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GU04 XWJ

2004 Toyota Avensis

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

108,100 mi
Last recorded108,100 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU04 XWJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 108,100 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 27 May 2022 108,100 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction light on desh (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust system insecure rear exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam front bothsides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Stop lamp(s) not working rear high level light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 May 2021 98,344 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 90,659 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 86,231 miles

engine oil very low,underbody-componets-suspension-springs-passenger rear brake pipe rusting,oil leak/spill,front wipers not great

Pass 21 Oct 2017 82,421 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 82,421 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 78,542 miles

o/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Sep 2015 74,580 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 71,942 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 71,942 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 68,784 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 61,561 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 58,306 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 54,229 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 54,229 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 47,198 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 41,630 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2007 30,804 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 XWJ is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 XWJ, 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 GU04 XWJ registered?

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

Is GU04 XWJ safe to buy?

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