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SW56 GPE

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,421 mi
Last recorded102,421 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW56 GPE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Nov 2021 102,421 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened WISHBONE HOLED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened WISHBONE HOLED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 99,640 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 96,910 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all rear suspention corroded

Fail 27 Nov 2019 96,910 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all rear suspention corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2018 92,423 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 92,392 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 87,873 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 82,270 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 77,696 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2015 77,696 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 70,802 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 62,720 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 55,604 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 47,624 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 39,268 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 30,061 miles

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

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

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 GPE is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 GPE, 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 SW56 GPE registered?

SW56 GPE is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is SW56 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW56 GPE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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