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GU04 LJF

2004 Toyota Avensis

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,658 mi
Last recorded170,658 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 LJF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 170,658 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2025 170,587 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 166,937 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 163,745 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 158,648 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 151,951 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 143,014 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 142,926 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 134,785 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 117,867 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 105,769 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 92,977 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 88,454 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2014 88,454 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 86,213 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 82,780 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 82,780 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 75,841 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 64,936 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 64,936 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 53,787 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 43,906 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 35,031 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 35,031 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear 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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GU04 LJF is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU04 LJF, 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 GU04 LJF registered?

GU04 LJF is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is GU04 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU04 LJF shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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