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GU56 TGN

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

177,668 mi
Last recorded177,668 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 TGN
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 177,668 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 158,726 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2024 158,726 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 149,150 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 145,960 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 141,436 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 141,436 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 134,060 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 123,135 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 112,880 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 100,759 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 100,759 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 84,424 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 71,760 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 61,139 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 61,139 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Dec 2011 52,028 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 42,114 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 31,727 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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GU56 TGN is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 89,184 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 GU56 TGN, 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 20 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GU56 TGN?

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What year was GU56 TGN registered?

GU56 TGN is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is GU56 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU56 TGN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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