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SO06 AVJ

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

157,122 mi
Last recorded157,122 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO06 AVJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 157,122 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 151,440 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2024 151,440 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 143,571 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 134,980 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2022 134,980 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2021 127,818 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 121,035 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 112,679 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2019 112,679 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 104,950 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2018 104,950 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 96,714 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 85,692 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 85,692 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2014 75,612 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2014 75,612 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 66,976 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 55,026 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 43,741 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2011 43,741 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 33,717 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 1 Jun 2009 22,144 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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SO06 AVJ is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 SO06 AVJ, 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 SO06 AVJ registered?

SO06 AVJ is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is SO06 AVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO06 AVJ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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