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VK06 LYC

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,579 mi
Last recorded160,579 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 LYC
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 160,579 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 150,185 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2016 150,185 miles

Inner Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 138,246 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 132,719 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 117,819 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 105,661 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Apr 2012 92,584 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges.

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 79,144 miles

Rear brake pads getting low.

Pass 21 Apr 2010 65,479 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 49,827 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 49,827 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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VK06 LYC is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 VK06 LYC, 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 VK06 LYC registered?

VK06 LYC is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is VK06 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK06 LYC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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