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GP04 VLS

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

111,886 mi
Last recorded111,886 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP04 VLS
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 111,886 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 108,203 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 108,200 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured both sides (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 103,856 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 99,406 miles

Both front tyres treads flaking

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Steering rack mountings slight play

Pass 19 Nov 2021 95,605 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Slight movement of steering rack at mountings

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Nov 2020 94,176 miles

steering rack has slight side movement at the mounting

Fail 17 Nov 2020 94,176 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

steering rack has slight side movement at the mounting

Pass 20 May 2019 88,492 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear 3rd row seats missing

Pass 19 May 2018 83,928 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3rd row ()

Steering column rubber mounting slightly deteriorated.

Pass 17 May 2017 78,906 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 May 2017 78,906 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 71,829 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 66,431 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2014 60,767 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2013 54,362 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Unable to see parts of brake pipes nearside.

Pass 24 May 2012 48,783 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 24 May 2012 48,783 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 May 2011 42,155 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 36,908 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 30,705 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 24,416 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 17,937 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Avensis?

Based on 3,497,866 MOT tests across 274,257 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
7,477
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
274,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 106,316
position lamp(s) not working 82,254
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 59,558
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49,676
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,472
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GP04 VLS is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 86,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Avensis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 106,316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP04 VLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Avensis typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GP04 VLS registered?

GP04 VLS is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 27 May 2004.

Is GP04 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP04 VLS shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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