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R347 FFG

1997 Toyota Avensis

Maroon Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

101,548 mi
Last recorded101,548 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Toyota Avensis104,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 FFG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 101,548 miles

shocks weak

Pass 17 Apr 2015 98,960 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Apr 2014 96,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 96,330 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 94,222 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 91,918 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 88,573 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 86,372 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 78,515 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 69,462 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 59,917 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 50,702 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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R347 FFG is a 1997 Toyota Avensis in Maroon with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 104,044 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 R347 FFG, 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 29 years old, this Toyota Avensis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R347 FFG registered?

R347 FFG is a 1997 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R347 FFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R347 FFG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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