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SM06 BUW

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,250 mi
Last recorded87,250 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 BUW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 87,250 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front and rear brakepipes corroded

parking brake efficiency only just met

suspension arms and components have surface corrosion

Pass 21 Oct 2015 81,584 miles

front and rear subframes and suspension components have surface corrosion

n/s handbrake efficiency slightly low

Pass 27 Oct 2014 74,502 miles

both front brakepipes coated in grease

underside has surface corrosion on sills, suspension and brake components

Fail 24 Oct 2014 74,429 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

both front brakepipes coated in grease

underside has surface corrosion on sills, suspension and brake components

Pass 5 Nov 2013 68,386 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Oct 2012 60,845 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 52,751 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 45,930 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 40,531 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 35,659 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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SM06 BUW is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SM06 BUW, 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 SM06 BUW registered?

SM06 BUW is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 24 May 2006.

Is SM06 BUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM06 BUW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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