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PK54 BZL

2004 Toyota Avensis

Gold Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

171,868 mi
Last recorded171,868 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2013
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK54 BZL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2013 171,868 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Mar 2013 171,627 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 144,872 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 144,855 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Engine oil low

Pass 15 Mar 2011 112,208 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 111,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 83,329 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 83,329 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 66,187 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 66,187 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 45,202 miles

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

plastic wheel arch cover on the offside insecure.

slight imbalance on front brakes 17%.

Fail 5 Nov 2007 87,112 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 87,112 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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PK54 BZL is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Gold with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 PK54 BZL, 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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PK54 BZL is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 2 November 2004.

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