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GY56 XXA

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

146,404 mi
Last recorded146,404 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 XXA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 146,404 miles

structure has slight corossion

Fail 20 Mar 2026 146,404 miles

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

structure has slight corossion

Pass 20 Mar 2025 140,610 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 134,237 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 134,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 128,136 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 18 Mar 2023 128,135 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 120,985 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 112,981 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 112,981 miles

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

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury repeater lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 105,687 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 105,687 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 98,944 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 98,944 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 92,637 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 92,637 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 82,905 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 75,485 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 75,485 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 65,622 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 65,622 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 58,926 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 56,944 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 50,621 miles

Front bumper insecure

Fail 25 Sep 2012 50,621 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front bumper insecure

Pass 27 Sep 2011 44,058 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 37,903 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 28,063 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 XXA is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 XXA, 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 XXA registered?

GY56 XXA is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 4 October 2006.

Is GY56 XXA safe to buy?

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