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R378 FFG

1997 Toyota Avensis

Green Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

252,504 mi
Last recorded252,504 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Toyota Avensis104,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR378 FFG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2014 252,504 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 31 Mar 2014 252,504 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 238,427 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

general underside corrosion

offside front fog lamp cracked

Fail 3 Oct 2013 238,419 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

general underside corrosion

offside front fog lamp cracked

Pass 29 Feb 2012 192,688 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 157,191 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 157,185 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 128,350 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 80,217 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 78,277 miles

exhaust corroded

front indicators faded

front tyres worn

rear brake efforts showing distortion

rear no plate discoloured,front damaged

Fail 13 Nov 2006 74,887 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 74,887 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 72,997 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 72,997 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R378 FFG is a 1997 Toyota Avensis in Green with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 R378 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 R378 FFG registered?

R378 FFG is a 1997 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is R378 FFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R378 FFG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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