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GU54 JVL

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

167,658 mi
Last recorded167,658 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU54 JVL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 167,658 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle and suspension components corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2026 167,656 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both fronts (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle and suspension components corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2025 165,240 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front head lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 162,762 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 17 Jul 2023 160,229 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 1 Aug 2022 157,641 miles

underside of vehicle and components corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2021 154,351 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 151,676 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 149,013 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 145,514 miles

crack in centre section of exhaust

Pass 14 Aug 2017 141,774 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing low on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 137,435 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 130,650 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 114,508 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Sep 2014 114,508 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Sep 2013 95,649 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

centre seat belt stalk/locking mechanism missing, unable to find.

front suspension balljoint dust covers damp.

n/s/r tyre has slight cracking on inner and outer shoulders, and outer sidewall.

Pass 6 Sep 2012 85,986 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 5 Sep 2012 85,986 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Jun 2011
Pass 22 Jun 2010 59,643 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 46,603 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 22,128 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f tyre on outer side wall, no cords or bulges evident

Pass 20 Jun 2008 22,128 miles

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

n/s/f tyre on outer side wall, no cords or bulges evident

Pass 30 Aug 2007 19,589 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 15,996 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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GU54 JVL is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 GU54 JVL, 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 GU54 JVL registered?

GU54 JVL is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 9 September 2004.

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