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GR53 LVJ

2004 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,553 mi
Last recorded71,553 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR53 LVJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 71,553 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 70,836 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 70,173 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 69,783 miles

All suspension components showing corrosion

Under trays fitted

Fail 14 Feb 2023 69,783 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

All suspension components showing corrosion

Under trays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2022 68,737 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking slightly to outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall / shoulder cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 67,481 miles

Under trays fitted

Fail 22 Feb 2021 67,463 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2020 66,259 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking to shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 64,407 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 62,417 miles

o/s/f headlight slightly milky lens

Pass 15 Feb 2017 60,591 miles

rear underside corroded

under trays ftd at test

Pass 10 Feb 2016 57,430 miles

offside front lamp lens poor condition

Pass 16 Feb 2015 54,363 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 54,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 51,832 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 48,513 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 48,513 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 44,630 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 44,630 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 40,177 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 34,791 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 29,269 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 24,809 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 20,510 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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GR53 LVJ is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GR53 LVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GR53 LVJ registered?

GR53 LVJ is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 4 February 2004.

Is GR53 LVJ safe to buy?

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