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V256 LVP

2000 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

199,960 mi
Last recorded199,960 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2012
Typical for 2000 Toyota Avensis98,518 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV256 LVP
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2012 199,960 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

bonnet catch sticking

rear wiper blade insecure

Fail 2 Apr 2012 199,847 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

bonnet catch sticking

rear wiper blade insecure

Pass 4 Apr 2011 192,408 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Apr 2011 192,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2010 182,148 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Mar 2010 182,148 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Dec 2008 171,095 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2007 159,277 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

noise from timing belt area. o/s mirror slightly cracked.

Pass 15 Nov 2006 59,423 miles

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

noise from engine on tickover. †n/s mirror

Pass 2 Dec 2005 88,635 miles

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

advise n/s mirror glass 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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V256 LVP is a 2000 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 V256 LVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V256 LVP registered?

V256 LVP is a 2000 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 16 February 2000.

Is V256 LVP safe to buy?

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