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PA04 GBV

2004 Toyota Avensis

Gold Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

163,531 mi
Last recorded163,531 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA04 GBV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 163,531 miles

oil leak

wipers only working on fast setting

Fail 22 Aug 2016 163,531 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

wipers only working on fast setting

Pass 20 Aug 2015 155,042 miles

OIL LEAK

Fail 19 Aug 2015 155,042 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

OIL LEAK

Pass 21 May 2014 142,470 miles

handbrake cables signs of stretching

Pass 20 May 2013 130,012 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 117,136 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 94,345 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 76,240 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 76,240 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 62,418 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 62,418 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 47,559 miles

front n/plate cracked

Pass 10 Apr 2007 28,284 miles

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

n/s o/s front tyres splitting inner sidewall slightly

n/s o/s outer sills plastic trim fitted

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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PA04 GBV is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Gold with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PA04 GBV, 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 PA04 GBV registered?

PA04 GBV is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 March 2004.

Is PA04 GBV safe to buy?

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