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RV56 VVU

2006 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

109,921 mi
Last recorded109,921 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 VVU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 109,921 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 107,127 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area badly perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 105,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle and suspension components extensively corroded

Fail 17 Oct 2023 105,215 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle and suspension components extensively corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2022 102,446 miles

underside of vehicle and suspension components extensively corroded

Fail 26 Oct 2022 102,428 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded end of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded end of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

underside of vehicle and suspension components extensively corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2021 100,176 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 100,176 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 89,986 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 83,851 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 83,851 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 81,195 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 78,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD ON OUTER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre is wearing low on outer edge

Pass 21 Oct 2016 75,199 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 71,642 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside wiper blade is worn & smears screen slightly

Pass 3 Nov 2014 68,089 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 64,187 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 61,196 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 57,640 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 54,450 miles

both front tyres are wearing low on edges.

Pass 3 Nov 2009 50,856 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 50,848 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 50,231 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 50,231 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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RV56 VVU is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2006 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 89,184 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 RV56 VVU, 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 20 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV56 VVU registered?

RV56 VVU is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is RV56 VVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV56 VVU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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