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VE06 SMX

2006 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

164,184 mi
Last recorded164,184 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE06 SMX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2019 164,184 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2019 164,184 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 154,307 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 143,858 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 143,843 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both to hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 132,264 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 132,261 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working 2 sides (1.1.A.3b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working 2 sides (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 113,626 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 113,610 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working 2 sides (1.1.A.3b)

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2 sides (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2014 97,427 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2013 81,225 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 81,225 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 66,726 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 48,477 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 34,096 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 19,019 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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VE06 SMX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 VE06 SMX, 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 VE06 SMX registered?

VE06 SMX is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 27 June 2006.

Is VE06 SMX safe to buy?

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