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GP56 VGX

2006 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

152,877 mi
Last recorded152,877 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 VGX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 152,877 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 146,886 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 131,781 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 117,582 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 107,140 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 103,163 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 103,163 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 92,676 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 86,023 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 86,022 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 77,642 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 77,642 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 69,794 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 62,675 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 54,782 miles

front discs lipped...

Fail 26 Mar 2014 54,782 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 46,515 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 46,515 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 37,646 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 30,992 miles

Advise rear view mirror missing but n/s and o/s wing mirrors present

Fail 21 Mar 2011 30,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Advise rear view mirror missing but n/s and o/s wing mirrors present

Pass 11 Mar 2010 23,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GP56 VGX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 89,184 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GP56 VGX, 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 20 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP56 VGX registered?

GP56 VGX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is GP56 VGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP56 VGX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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