CarVerify

Free Car Check

SB56 GFE

2006 Toyota Avensis

Bronze Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

246,643 mi
Last recorded246,643 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Toyota
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 GFE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 246,643 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside body sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside and offside chassis legs (6.2.2 (d) (i))

all rear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Fail 16 Nov 2023 246,633 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside body sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside and offside chassis legs (6.2.2 (d) (i))

all rear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 11 Nov 2022 237,322 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

all rear suspension components corroded

Fail 3 Nov 2022 237,295 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

all rear suspension components corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2021 227,979 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front side mirror slightly loose but unlikely to become detached

Rear all rear suspension components corroded but not excessive

Pass 17 Nov 2020 217,902 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 199,488 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 199,488 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2018 188,321 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 188,321 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 2 May 2017 175,618 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 May 2016 166,768 miles

Emissions just passed

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Noise from offside from possible upper shock mount

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

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Unable to give full inspection to coil spring mount on strut (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 12 May 2016 166,720 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Emissions just passed

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Noise from offside from possible upper shock mount

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

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Unable to give full inspection to coil spring mount on strut (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Unable to give full inspection to front wiper blades

Pass 9 Apr 2015 152,912 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2014 138,850 miles

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

emmissions level close to maximum limit.

Pass 27 Mar 2014 138,850 miles

emmissions level close to maximum limit.

Pass 23 Mar 2013 127,828 miles

Both Front Tyres Low On Inner Edges

Pass 15 Mar 2012 118,121 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 103,398 miles

n/s/f tyre just on limit 1.6

Pass 5 Oct 2010 97,574 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2010 97,574 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 76,692 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
Full Toyota Avensis reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SB56 GFE is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Bronze with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 SB56 GFE, 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

How do I check the history of SB56 GFE?

You can check the full history of SB56 GFE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SB56 GFE registered?

SB56 GFE is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 24 December 2006.

Is SB56 GFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB56 GFE shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB56 GFE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SB56 GFE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.