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VK56 ODM

2006 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

91,762 mi
Last recorded91,762 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 ODM
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 91,762 miles

Coil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 28 May 2025 89,088 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 85,660 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 78,310 miles

light surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 18 May 2022 74,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing 2mm warning bars (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing 2mm warning bars (5.2.3 (e))

light surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 17 May 2021 70,940 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 68,463 miles

light surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 16 May 2019 64,566 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 May 2019 64,556 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 May 2018 59,776 miles

long brake pedal travel?

Pass 22 May 2017 55,126 miles

plastic covers fitted on outer sills

Fail 22 May 2017 55,126 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

plastic covers fitted on outer sills

Pass 12 May 2016 50,609 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 46,518 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 46,518 miles

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

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

Fail 7 May 2014 41,290 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2014 41,290 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 36,181 miles

All tyres feathered of on outer edges.

Pass 15 May 2012 30,723 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 25,644 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 21,501 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 21,501 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 19,022 miles

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

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)

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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VK56 ODM is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 VK56 ODM, 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 VK56 ODM registered?

VK56 ODM is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is VK56 ODM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK56 ODM shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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