2018 Toyota Avensis 1.6L Diesel · FL18 MSY
2018 Toyota Avensis (1.6L, diesel). First registered 05/04/2018. Recorded mileage 93,293 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/08/2026.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA AVENSIS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/07/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/08/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,293 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1598cc
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FL18 MSY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2025
- 93,293 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
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FL18 MSY Mileage History
- 21/10/202251,228 mi
- 19/07/202358,654 mi+7,426 mi
- 16/07/202482,972 mi+24,318 mi
- 07/07/202593,293 mi+10,321 mi
- 07/07/202593,293 mi
Average of roughly 15,521 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FL18 MSY 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 2018 Toyota Avensis (FL18 MSY) between October 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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Our Verdict
This 2018 Toyota Avensis diesel is a reasonable buy if priced correctly, but the same-day MOT fail in July 2025 for a non-working dipped beam headlamp is a minor caution. With a clean pass recorded immediately after the fix and generally sound history, it remains a usable high-mileage family car.
When viewing FL18MSY, confirm the service history is complete for a diesel Avensis of this mileage, as the 1.6-litre diesel benefits from timely oil and filter changes to protect the turbo and emissions system. Use the July 2025 headlamp failure as a negotiating point — although rectified, it shows the car entered its test with a safety defect and may have been lightly maintained. Check that the tyres flagged in 2022 and 2023 have been replaced and that rear brake pads noted as wearing thin have since been renewed.
As a 1598cc diesel registered in April 2018, this Avensis should fall in a moderate road tax band for pre-April 2019 diesels, likely around £150-£180 per year depending on CO2. Insurance groups for the Avensis diesel are typically mid-range, and real-world economy of 50-60 mpg is achievable, keeping fuel costs lower than petrol equivalents. Routine maintenance such as servicing, tyres, and brakes for a 93k-mile example should be budgeted alongside these fixed costs.
Inspect the near-side headlamp closely despite the 2025 retest pass, ensuring the dipped beam unit and wiring are sound and not a recurring fault. The 2022 MOT noted near-side and off-side front tyres worn on the edge and rear pads wearing thin, so verify fresh tyres and pad replacement are present. The 2023 advisory for a nail in the near-side rear tyre means that wheel should be checked for a proper repair or replacement and no slow leak remains.
The vehicle shows 93,293 miles as of its July 2025 MOT, which is above typical for a 7-year-old car but consistent with steady use. MOT history includes four passes and one fail, with the only failure being a near-side headlamp dipped beam fault corrected on the same day. Minor advisories in 2022 and 2023 (tyre wear, thin rear pads, nail in tyre) suggest routine wear items were monitored and addressed.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Toyota Avensis, so this assessment relies solely on the individual vehicle's test history.
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