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VT55 EFF

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

277,999 mi
Last recorded277,999 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT55 EFF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 277,999 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 270,067 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 260,899 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 252,261 miles

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

both wiper blades worn

Pass 18 Aug 2014 241,858 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 235,159 miles

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

gearbox oil leak

Pass 11 Oct 2013 226,170 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 211,043 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 195,811 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 178,578 miles

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

battery insecure

nail in n/s r tyre & uneven wear

Pass 6 Oct 2011 161,882 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 137,709 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 32,900 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2010 32,900 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 89,663 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 87,757 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 74,347 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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VT55 EFF is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VT55 EFF, 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.

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What year was VT55 EFF registered?

VT55 EFF is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is VT55 EFF safe to buy?

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