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SW56 GRK

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

130,985 mi
Last recorded130,985 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 130,985 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2021 130,985 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 125,090 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 125,090 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 121,247 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 121,247 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 116,086 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 111,080 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 111,080 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 106,497 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 106,497 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 98,406 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 88,238 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)

Fail 17 Dec 2014 88,238 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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 Dec 2013 78,367 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Dec 2013 78,367 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Dec 2012 69,274 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise rear wiper blade torn/smearing screen

Pass 19 Dec 2012 69,274 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise rear wiper blade torn/smearing screen

Fail 22 Dec 2011 61,148 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2011 61,148 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 56,572 miles

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

brake fluid in reservoir below max

coolent level low

Pass 15 Dec 2009 46,867 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 46,867 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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 GRK is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 GRK, 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 GRK registered?

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

Is SW56 GRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW56 GRK shows 23 tests with a 56.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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