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RA04 ZMU

2004 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

133,598 mi
Last recorded133,598 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 Toyota Avensis86,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA04 ZMU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc
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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 133,598 miles

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

n/s/r tyre has cracking on inner sidewall

underside has areas of surface corrosion

Fail 26 Nov 2014 133,598 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

n/s/r tyre has cracking on inner sidewall

underside has areas of surface corrosion

Fail 27 Sep 2014 133,592 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2012 123,601 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 109,558 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 109,558 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 91,218 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 91,069 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2008 63,145 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nail in offside rear tyre

both front wiper blade rubbers splitting

damage to offside front bumper

Fail 21 Apr 2008 63,145 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front wiper blade rubbers splitting

damage to offside front bumper

Pass 18 Apr 2007 47,351 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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RA04 ZMU is a 2004 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 86,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RA04 ZMU, 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 22 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RA04 ZMU registered?

RA04 ZMU is a 2004 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 18 June 2004.

Is RA04 ZMU safe to buy?

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