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GV56 AEL

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,565 mi
Last recorded142,565 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 AEL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 142,565 miles

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 24 Aug 2018 142,565 miles

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

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

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Sep 2017 121,670 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 109,183 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 95,264 miles

wiper blades smearing screen slightly

Fail 17 Sep 2015 95,264 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

wiper blades smearing screen slightly

Pass 11 Sep 2014 82,952 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 73,890 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 64,188 miles

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

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

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

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 9 Sep 2011 52,779 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 42,475 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 31,080 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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GV56 AEL is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GV56 AEL, 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 GV56 AEL registered?

GV56 AEL is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is GV56 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV56 AEL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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