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MK54 ZVU

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

168,786 mi
Last recorded168,786 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK54 ZVU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2014 168,786 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2013 162,595 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

n/s f wheel bearing nois coming on and off

Pass 11 Apr 2012 156,802 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 150,788 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2010 143,776 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 143,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 121,252 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 121,222 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 90,105 miles

Handbrake close to maximum travel rear brakes require adjustment soon

Fail 22 Oct 2007 90,095 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Handbrake close to maximum travel rear brakes require adjustment soon

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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MK54 ZVU is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 MK54 ZVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MK54 ZVU registered?

MK54 ZVU is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is MK54 ZVU safe to buy?

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