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YM55 DKE

2006 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

131,658 mi
Last recorded131,658 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Toyota Avensis89,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM55 DKE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 131,658 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated ( Damp with grease ) (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 119,555 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 119,180 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 104,825 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre (MARKED) ()

Pass 18 Feb 2023 98,975 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 94,047 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 94,047 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 88,808 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 84,145 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 79,413 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 79,413 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 75,738 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 71,375 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 65,654 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 60,875 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 55,617 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 55,617 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 50,181 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 44,002 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 36,031 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 36,031 miles

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 26,687 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Feb 2009 19,720 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YM55 DKE is a 2006 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol 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 YM55 DKE, 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 YM55 DKE registered?

YM55 DKE is a 2006 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 11 February 2006.

Is YM55 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM55 DKE 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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