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V197 KBA

2000 Toyota Avensis

Red Lpg 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

164,871 mi
Last recorded164,871 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 2000 Toyota Avensis98,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV197 KBA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2016 164,871 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 164,871 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 162,376 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 159,930 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

o/s/r tyre has uneven tyre ware

Fail 19 Sep 2013 159,930 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

o/s/r tyre has uneven tyre ware

Pass 13 Jan 2012 148,072 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 133,986 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 130,261 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 130,261 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 116,992 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 81,819 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 81,648 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 30 Aug 2006 77,245 miles

nearside mirrior missing

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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V197 KBA is a 2000 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,998cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2000 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 98,518 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V197 KBA, 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 26 years old, this Toyota Avensis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V197 KBA is a 2000 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 2 February 2000.

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