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GY56 VWL

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,750 mi
Last recorded76,750 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 VWL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 76,750 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2025 71,269 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 71,269 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 70,105 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 68,151 miles

general under body corrosion

Pass 3 Oct 2022 64,561 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 61,827 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 59,346 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 55,608 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 55,608 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 51,057 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 48,141 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 43,132 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 39,061 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 34,775 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 30,056 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 26,410 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 22,081 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 22,081 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 19,806 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 16,152 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 VWL is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GY56 VWL, 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 GY56 VWL registered?

GY56 VWL is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 18 October 2006.

Is GY56 VWL safe to buy?

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