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MC04 EXA

2004 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,335 mi
Last recorded134,335 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC04 EXA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 134,335 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation on lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Apr 2024 134,335 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation on lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2023 127,524 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ns and os (5.3.3 (b) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2022 125,555 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ns and os sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2021 123,543 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2020 121,603 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

under body surface rust

Pass 19 Aug 2019 119,581 miles

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

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

under body surface rust

Pass 13 Aug 2018 117,097 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 114,568 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 106,008 miles

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

Nearside wiper blade slightly deteriated

Pass 20 Aug 2015 102,666 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 97,617 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 97,617 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2013 92,482 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 83,992 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 76,625 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 68,252 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 60,573 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 60,573 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 55,476 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 48,660 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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MC04 EXA is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MC04 EXA, 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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What year was MC04 EXA registered?

MC04 EXA is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 17 August 2004.

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