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GU04 XLB

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,387 mi
Last recorded176,387 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 XLB
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 176,387 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 176,387 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2021 164,135 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 164,135 miles

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 151,233 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 151,233 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 139,406 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 127,058 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 127,058 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 116,095 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 116,095 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 104,911 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 104,911 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 91,993 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 79,351 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 65,826 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 56,067 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 56,067 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 50,331 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 44,090 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 38,483 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 38,483 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 32,275 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 26,493 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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GU04 XLB is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GU04 XLB, 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 XLB registered?

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

Is GU04 XLB safe to buy?

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