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GY04 MLX

2004 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

129,085 mi
Last recorded129,085 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY04 MLX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 129,085 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamps have poor beam

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis and inner sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 124,979 miles

Brake disc back plate in poor condition

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front and rear both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlights have poor beam

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working central (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis and inner sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 121,015 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear wiper blade defective

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis and inner sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

brake disc back plate are in poor condition

head lights have poor aim condition

Fail 22 Nov 2023 121,009 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake grabbing severely front and rear (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear wiper blade defective

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis and inner sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

brake disc back plate are in poor condition

head lights have poor aim condition

Pass 23 Nov 2022 117,433 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 109,671 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 104,245 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear suspension mounting area slightly corroded

slight oil leak

Fail 24 Nov 2020 104,243 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear suspension mounting area slightly corroded

slight oil leak

Pass 20 May 2019 96,040 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 92,021 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 May 2017 87,060 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front headlamp has poor beam paten

Rear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 24 May 2016 81,642 miles

Nearside Front worn on 1.6 mm

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both side (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2015 77,093 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 May 2014 74,803 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust in poor condition

nearside and offside rear arch covers fitted

offside front tyre side wall in poor condition

Pass 20 May 2013 71,192 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2012 65,484 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 65,484 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2011 59,213 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 52,390 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 52,390 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 23 Mar 2009 44,597 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 44,597 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 37,165 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 27,952 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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GY04 MLX is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 86,468 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 GY04 MLX, 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 22 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GY04 MLX is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 22 March 2004.

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