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GW55 LKM

2006 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

100,885 mi
Last recorded100,885 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 LKM
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2025 100,885 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Service brake excessively fluctuating Abs kicking in low speed (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside headlamp mounting broken

Pass 16 Feb 2024 96,360 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 92,013 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 85,525 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 85,525 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 74,604 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 62,864 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 62,864 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 51,612 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 51,612 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 39,748 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 27,378 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 25,137 miles

Front BOTH TYRES PERISHED ON TREADS

Rear BOTH TYRES PERISHED ON TREADS

Fail 14 Jan 2016 25,137 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low BOTH (1.8)

Front BOTH TYRES PERISHED ON TREADS

Rear BOTH TYRES PERISHED ON TREADS

Pass 8 Jan 2015 22,889 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 20,159 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 16,459 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 13,826 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 11,467 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 9,929 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 7,769 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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GW55 LKM is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GW55 LKM, 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 GW55 LKM registered?

GW55 LKM is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is GW55 LKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW55 LKM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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