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PY53 JVF

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

162,824 mi
Last recorded162,824 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY53 JVF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 162,824 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

both front tyres wearing low

subframe, NSF wishbone, vehicle underbody, suspension components, both rear inner sills, both rear brake pipes (central) surface rust

Fail 27 Nov 2020 162,823 miles

Brake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

subframe, NSF wishbone, vehicle underbody, suspension components, both rear inner sills, both rear brake pipes (central) surface rust

Fail 2 Nov 2020 162,823 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

subframe, NSF wishbone, vehicle underbody, suspension components, both rear inner sills, both rear brake pipes (central) surface rust

Pass 15 May 2019 126,604 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 13 May 2019 126,604 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 May 2018 120,988 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 114,375 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 107,999 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 101,695 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 96,933 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 96,831 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2013 90,593 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 84,065 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 84,065 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 23 May 2011 77,742 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 77,742 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 64,869 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 51,134 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 41,093 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 31,124 miles

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

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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PY53 JVF is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 PY53 JVF, 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 PY53 JVF registered?

PY53 JVF is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 2 February 2004.

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