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RV56 VZF

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,956 mi
Last recorded156,956 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 VZF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 156,956 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 156,956 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 148,045 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 148,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear wiper split

Pass 23 Aug 2016 144,538 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside side repeater is damaged

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

offside and nearside rear tyres have slight uneven wear

Fail 22 Aug 2016 144,538 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside side repeater is damaged

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

offside and nearside rear tyres have slight uneven wear

Pass 18 Aug 2015 139,221 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 132,601 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 127,290 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 123,156 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 117,972 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 115,349 miles

front discs lipped

Fail 28 Oct 2010 115,349 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front discs lipped

Pass 5 Oct 2009 93,497 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 VZF is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 RV56 VZF, 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 VZF registered?

RV56 VZF is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is RV56 VZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV56 VZF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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