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SW56 EAX

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,089 mi
Last recorded41,089 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW56 EAX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2024 41,089 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

Front to rear underbody/suspension components slightly corroded

Fail 21 Nov 2024 41,086 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front to rear underbody/suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2023 40,017 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 39,951 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust system insecure centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 38,369 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front slightly corroded

both front tyres on limit

Fail 22 Nov 2022 38,362 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front slightly corroded

both front tyres on limit

Pass 26 Nov 2021 35,705 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 34,677 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 34,669 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake binding .[possible handbrake]

Pass 30 Jan 2020 33,718 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 32,762 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 32,760 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 30,921 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 27,542 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 23,958 miles

all brake pipes have protective covering not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 Jul 2015 22,385 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 19,637 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 17,425 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 17,376 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 14,116 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 8,426 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 3,206 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 187 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 35,511 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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SW56 EAX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SW56 EAX, 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 SW56 EAX registered?

SW56 EAX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is SW56 EAX safe to buy?

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