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GV04 LXJ

2004 Toyota Avensis

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,602 mi
Last recorded94,602 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 LXJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 94,602 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 94,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Oct 2024 91,020 miles

corrosin around rear lower suspension arms

front inner brake disc surface corroded

rear exhaust heat shield becoming loose/corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2024 90,988 miles

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

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosin around rear lower suspension arms

front inner brake disc surface corroded

rear exhaust heat shield becoming loose/corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2023 87,905 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 84,409 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 80,664 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 77,549 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Oct 2020 77,549 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 74,698 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 71,130 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 66,707 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 62,194 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 58,691 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer to centre section joint (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 55,934 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 52,815 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 50,329 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 50,329 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 48,370 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 48,370 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 45,090 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 40,989 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 36,614 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Sep 2008 36,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 33,070 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 30,090 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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GV04 LXJ is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GV04 LXJ, 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 GV04 LXJ registered?

GV04 LXJ is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is GV04 LXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV04 LXJ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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