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GX55 XAU

2005 Toyota Granvia

Grey Diesel 2980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,752 mi
Last recorded139,752 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Toyota Granvia143,935 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 XAU
MakeToyota
ModelGranvia
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 139,752 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 135,162 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 131,071 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 127,668 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 121,673 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 121,673 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 113,845 miles

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 105,327 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 100,273 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 95,433 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 90,401 miles

front section of exhaust in poor condition

offside rear tyre worn very low on inner edge

slight corrosion in offside front outer sill panel

slight movement in both upper ball joints

Pass 4 Sep 2013 85,341 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

advanced wear/free play in nearside front upper ball joint

borderline wear/free play in offside front upper ball joint, would benefit from attention

both front tyres worn on edges

note - coolant weap/s & rear wiper in poor condition

offside rear tyre worn low on outer edge

slight corrosion in offside front outer sill

slight leak/deterioration in front exhaust pipe

Fail 4 Sep 2013 85,340 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

advanced wear/free play in nearside front upper ball joint

borderline wear/free play in offside front upper ball joint, would benefit from attention

both front tyres worn on edges

note - coolant weap/s & rear wiper in poor condition

offside rear tyre worn low on outer edge

slight corrosion in offside front outer sill

slight leak/deterioration in front exhaust pipe

Pass 13 Sep 2012 79,571 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

advanced to borderline wear in offside front top suspension swivel ball joint

borderline deterioration in offside front brake hose

both front tyres worn on inner edges

damage to tow bar wiring

Fail 12 Sep 2012 79,571 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

advanced to borderline wear in offside front top suspension swivel ball joint

borderline deterioration in offside front brake hose

both front tyres worn on inner edges

damage to tow bar wiring

Fail 30 Aug 2012 79,473 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

battery insecure

centre rear seatbelt not inspected as unable to clearly inspect

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 7 Sep 2011 75,723 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2010 68,647 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 68,647 miles

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

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

Note N/S inner stop tail lamp not working

Pass 27 Aug 2009 62,463 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 57,397 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 51,150 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 45,312 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 45,312 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Granvia?

Based on 37,326 MOT tests across 2,080 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
5,335
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,080
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 1,114
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,006
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 879
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 845
Stop lamp not working 758
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GX55 XAU is a 2005 Toyota Granvia in Grey with a 2,980cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Granvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 143,935 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Granvia fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 1,114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX55 XAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Granvia typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Toyota Granvia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GX55 XAU is a 2005 Toyota Granvia, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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