2004 Toyota Avensis 2.0L Diesel · FH04 TXS

The overall roadworthiness status for the 2004 Toyota Avensis is currently poor, as evidenced by the two distinct MOT failures recorded in 2023. The most recent failure occurred on 2023-07-28 at 196,141 miles, which was a failure in the same year as the September 2023 test at 52,000 miles, indicating a consistent pattern of mechanical degradation. While the 2023-07-29 test passed with no defects, the subsequent failures in 2023-07-28 and 2022-08-01 demonstrate that the vehicle's mechanical integrity has deteriorated significantly over the last two years. The mileage accumulation pattern suggests a rapid accumulation of wear that outpaces the vehicle's age, as the vehicle has experienced two failures in the same month (July 2023) and a failure in August 2022. This rapid loss of value in the last quarter, combined with the fact that the vehicle has been in the same year for two separate tests, indicates that the mechanical condition is worsening rather than stabilizing. The test results show a clear gap between the 2023-07-29 pass and the 2023-07-28 fail, with the 2023-07-28 test occurring exactly two months after the 2023-07-29 pass, suggesting that the vehicle has not undergone a full period of rest or maintenance between these two critical failures. Given the recurring faults and the worsening mechanical trend, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and major component wear. The two failures in July 2023 and August 2022, occurring in the same month, strongly suggest that the suspension bushings, coil springs, or brake discs may be corroded or worn to the point of failure. The 2023-07-29 test passed with no defects, but the subsequent failures indicate that the vehicle has not been adequately maintained to withstand the stresses of the summer months. A buyer must verify that these mechanical components are in good condition before proceeding, as the vehicle's overall roadworthiness is compromised by the lack of recent maintenance and the clear trend of worsening mechanical condition.