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NM04 VVU

2004 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

179,289 mi
Last recorded179,289 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM04 VVU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 179,289 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 171,311 miles

Eml on

Fail 7 Nov 2015 171,311 miles

Eml on

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 163,978 miles

Near headlamp has condensation but not affecting the light output

Pass 1 Nov 2013 155,520 miles

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 151,854 miles

centre rear stop lamp not working

Pass 4 Nov 2011 142,218 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 133,690 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 125,369 miles

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

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

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

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

offside rear wheel stiff in rotated

Fail 7 Nov 2009 125,369 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen is of a temporary type (8.3.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

offside rear wheel stiff in rotated

Pass 19 Sep 2008 96,169 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 65,726 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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NM04 VVU is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NM04 VVU, 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 NM04 VVU registered?

NM04 VVU is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 11 August 2004.

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The MOT history for NM04 VVU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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