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VK56 UHG

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

269,397 mi
Last recorded269,397 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 UHG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 269,397 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 247,383 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 225,022 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 202,813 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 188,456 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 170,418 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 170,418 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 151,640 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 145,468 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 135,197 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2016 135,197 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2015 120,202 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 106,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2014 106,916 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 91,903 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 86,631 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 81,357 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 68,730 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 52,190 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 52,190 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 UHG is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UHG, 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 UHG registered?

VK56 UHG is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is VK56 UHG safe to buy?

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