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RV56 ZSX

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

189,549 mi
Last recorded189,549 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 ZSX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 189,549 miles

General underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Nov 2016 183,670 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit near side rear (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit off side rear (4.1.E.1)

off side front bottom arm going very rusty

Fail 24 Nov 2016 183,670 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm near side front (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipe excessively corroded near side rear (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe excessively corroded off side rear (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords exposed off side front (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to the legal limit near side rear (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit off side rear (4.1.E.1)

off side front bottom arm going very rusty

Pass 19 Nov 2015 168,351 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 168,351 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 145,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2013 128,342 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 12 Nov 2012 111,638 miles

fron brake flexy pipes close to inner wings

front brake discs worn and brake pads appear low requires closer inspection

Fail 12 Nov 2012 111,608 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

fron brake flexy pipes close to inner wings

front brake discs worn and brake pads appear low requires closer inspection

Pass 15 Nov 2011 95,060 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

cut in o/s front tyre tread

front tyres wearing low and uneven wear

Fail 15 Nov 2011 95,060 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

cut in o/s front tyre tread

front tyres wearing low and uneven wear

n/s rear brake binding

Fail 17 Nov 2010 82,889 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 82,889 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 78,810 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 78,810 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 56,435 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 ZSX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ZSX, 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.

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What year was RV56 ZSX registered?

RV56 ZSX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is RV56 ZSX safe to buy?

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