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GV56 LYX

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

117,374 mi
Last recorded117,374 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 LYX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 117,374 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 107,376 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 107,375 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 95,405 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 87,924 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 84,611 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arms, foremost bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front, worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 84,611 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arms, foremost bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front, worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 80,226 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 76,396 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 70,026 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 63,595 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 57,158 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 51,192 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 50,758 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 50,758 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 45,935 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 42,008 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 38,115 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 30,449 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 30,449 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 25,454 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 18,861 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 LYX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LYX, 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 GV56 LYX?

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What year was GV56 LYX registered?

GV56 LYX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is GV56 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV56 LYX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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