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R440 COT

1997 Toyota Avensis

Maroon Petrol 1762cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

137,783 mi
Last recorded137,783 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Toyota Avensis104,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR440 COT
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,762cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 137,783 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2025 137,777 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 137,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 137,549 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 136,969 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 136,345 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box has a hole (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 136,345 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box has a hole (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 135,935 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 134,510 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 by the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 133,580 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 and by fuel tank (yellow chalked) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above subframe (yellow chalked) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above subframe (yellow chalked) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2016 130,191 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 126,465 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 122,836 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 119,391 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 116,054 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 112,556 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 109,172 miles

cracking all round the inner walls of both front tyres

Pass 21 Mar 2009 105,595 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 101,774 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 97,509 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 92,427 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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R440 COT is a 1997 Toyota Avensis in Maroon with a 1,762cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R440 COT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R440 COT registered?

R440 COT is a 1997 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 November 1997.

Is R440 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R440 COT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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