2003 Toyota Avensis 2.0L Diesel · FH53 JPO
2003 Toyota Avensis (2.0L, diesel). First registered 09 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 139,359 miles. MOT expired on 18 Mar 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA AVENSIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Mar 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,359 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
FH53 JPO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT failed on 27/02/2025
- 139,359 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH53 JPO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Toyota Avensis (FH53 JPO) between March 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 February 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
FH53 JPO Mileage History
- 15/03/2022126,226 mi
- 19/03/2022126,228 mi+2 mi
- 15/03/2023129,813 mi+3,585 mi
- 12/03/2024134,401 mi+4,588 mi
- 27/02/2025139,359 mi+4,958 mi
Average of roughly 4,441 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Toyota Toyota Avensis Mk1 (T22)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (FH53 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as FH53JPO.
SUZUKI
GSXR600
SUZUKI
AY50
SUZUKI
SV1000
SUZUKI
GSXR 600 K3
PIAGGIO
VESPA
HYUNDAI
TERRACAN
CITROEN
RELAY
CITROEN
RELAY
MERCEDES-BENZ
SL
CATERHAM
SEVEN (S3)
JAGUAR
S-TYPE
MAZDA
MX-5
TOYOTA AVENSIS Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2003 model year cars.
- Structural CorrosionSerious
Ageing T22s commonly rust around the sills, rear arches, rear floor and brake-pipe areas, turning a cheap dependable saloon into a welding project.
- Starter Motor FailureModerate
The starter motor can fail on higher-mileage T22s, especially if the car is used for short trips.
- Alternator FailureModerate
The alternator can fail on higher-mileage cars, leading to battery drain and electrical issues.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.