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GY56 NPG

2006 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

166,052 mi
Last recorded166,052 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 NPG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 166,052 miles

Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion throughout suspension components

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both, outer casings corroding (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 158,323 miles

Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2024 158,323 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 151,084 miles

Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2023 151,084 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 143,833 miles

Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Nearside lazy (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 143,829 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroding/pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Slight imbalance rear brakes, nearside becoming lazy

Pass 4 Oct 2021 136,002 miles

Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very close to wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Reverse lamp not working, vehicle registered before Sept 01st 2009

Travel/freeplay in parking brake lever

Pass 8 Oct 2020 127,449 miles

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

Travel/freeplay in parking brake lever

Pass 9 Oct 2019 120,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On wear limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Travel/freeplay in parking brake lever

Pass 24 Sep 2018 109,564 miles

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

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

travel/freeplay in parking brake lever

Fail 24 Sep 2018 109,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

travel/freeplay in parking brake lever

Pass 28 Sep 2017 96,691 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 96,691 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 82,516 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 72,433 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 62,876 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 53,596 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 42,674 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 30,256 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre Cut In Sidewall Not To Cords

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 17,529 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 10,608 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 10,608 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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GY56 NPG is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GY56 NPG, 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.

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GY56 NPG is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 October 2006.

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