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RJ53 BYN

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

127,999 mi
Last recorded127,999 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2014
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 BYN
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2014 127,999 miles

emissions high

front suspension noisey

rear brake pads worn

Fail 19 Dec 2014 127,999 miles

front suspension noisey

rear brake pads worn

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

emissions high

Pass 10 Jan 2014 116,228 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on

left front suspension noisey

rear brake pads worn

rear right tyre tread worn

right front inner arch security

Fail 10 Jan 2014 116,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on

left front suspension noisey

rear brake pads worn

rear right tyre tread worn

right front inner arch security

Pass 24 Jan 2013 105,560 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light ON

left front suspension noisey

Fail 22 Jan 2013 105,559 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light ON

Pass 28 Feb 2012 96,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions high

front brake discs and pads worn

front brake discs slight distortion

Fail 28 Feb 2012 96,032 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions high

front brake discs and pads worn

front brake discs slight distortion

Pass 1 Feb 2011 84,574 miles

handbrake travel

Fail 1 Feb 2011 84,574 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

handbrake travel

Pass 26 Jan 2010 74,823 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 65,176 miles

all tyres worn on edge

left front tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 3 Feb 2009 65,176 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

all tyres worn on edge

left front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 5 Feb 2008 55,021 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 43,035 miles

lower engine tray fitted

sill mouldings fitted

Fail 6 Feb 2007 43,035 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

lower engine tray fitted

sill mouldings fitted

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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RJ53 BYN is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 RJ53 BYN, 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 RJ53 BYN registered?

RJ53 BYN is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 February 2004.

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