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GU56 USZ

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

105,675 mi
Last recorded105,675 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 USZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 105,675 miles

General underside corrosion and rust

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Wishbone. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 105,675 miles

General underside corrosion and rust

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Wishbone. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 104,597 miles

REAR SUB-FRAME CORRODED

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 99,733 miles

FRONT PADS AND DISCS WORN LOW

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2023 99,733 miles

FRONT PADS AND DISCS WORN LOW

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 95,547 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WORN

REAR SUB-FRAME CORRODED

Pass 27 Aug 2021 90,964 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

age related corrosion on underbody components

Pass 5 Sep 2020 87,636 miles

N/S/F TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2020 87,636 miles

N/S/F TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 83,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 78,157 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 70,603 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 61,847 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 54,783 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 46,267 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 41,154 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 33,564 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 33,564 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 28,162 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 24,050 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 19,904 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 USZ is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 USZ, 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.

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What year was GU56 USZ registered?

GU56 USZ is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is GU56 USZ safe to buy?

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