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R500 GEL

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,643 mi
Last recorded96,643 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 GEL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 96,643 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 96,643 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 92,927 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 87,774 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 81,606 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 81,606 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 77,750 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 73,499 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 73,499 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 69,728 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 62,670 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 54,344 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 50,502 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 47,618 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 45,358 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 41,948 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 38,216 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 35,116 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 32,086 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 28,370 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Nov 2009 28,370 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 23,812 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 20,558 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 17,635 miles

Front tyres feathering on edges

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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R500 GEL is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R500 GEL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R500 GEL?

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What year was R500 GEL registered?

R500 GEL is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is R500 GEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R500 GEL shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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