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SW56 GPV

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,827 mi
Last recorded102,827 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 102,827 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2023 102,820 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Side repeater not working Both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2022 98,135 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 93,651 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 93,615 miles

Service brake excessively binding Both rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 89,074 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 84,889 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 79,670 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 79,670 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2017 73,161 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 73,161 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 64,787 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 64,787 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm b (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 56,757 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 56,757 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 47,747 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 39,741 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 33,001 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 24,957 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 17,834 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 12,286 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 GPV is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GPV, 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 GPV registered?

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

Is SW56 GPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW56 GPV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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