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GV56 ATU

2006 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

185,018 mi
Last recorded185,018 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 ATU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 185,018 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 172,827 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 172,827 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 154,767 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside rear tyre inner sidewall split

Pass 10 Aug 2015 154,767 miles

nearside rear tyre inner sidewall split

Pass 2 Sep 2014 134,982 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 113,288 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 95,289 miles

Front brake application uneven

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 95,289 miles

Front brake application uneven

Pass 24 Sep 2011 74,887 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 74,887 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 46,726 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 31,586 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 31,586 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 ATU is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ATU, 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

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What year was GV56 ATU registered?

GV56 ATU is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is GV56 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV56 ATU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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