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MV56 XHJ

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

126,543 mi
Last recorded126,543 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV56 XHJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2026 126,543 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear underside has corrosion

Pass 24 Sep 2025 123,783 miles

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

Park brake leaver has little reserve travel

Pass 29 Oct 2024 119,140 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 115,738 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 113,044 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 113,044 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 111,501 miles

NS door mirror cracked

Fail 16 Oct 2021 111,501 miles

Position lamp not working NSF side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear pads (NS outer) (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

NS door mirror cracked

Pass 27 Oct 2020 104,745 miles

Rear Inner rear inner sills starting to corrode

Pass 29 Oct 2019 100,617 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 95,447 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 87,635 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 79,208 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 75,207 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 73,884 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 67,118 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 58,587 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 50,707 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 41,822 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 31,375 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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MV56 XHJ is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MV56 XHJ, 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 MV56 XHJ registered?

MV56 XHJ is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is MV56 XHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV56 XHJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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