2003 Toyota Avensis 1.8L Petrol · FN03 OLC

The most recent MOT entry dated 25 January 2022 at 142,514 miles shows a failed test immediately followed by a pass on the same day with no defects recorded. This pattern gives no clear maintenance trend, as the single-day failure and pass leave the underlying cause undocumented. The vehicle has not recorded any MOT activity in the four and a half years since, so its current roadworthiness cannot be confirmed from the official record. The odometer stood at 142,514 miles at the January 2022 test, equating to roughly 6,196 miles per year across the car's 23-year life. That figure sits within typical use for a 2003 Avensis. The record shows no gradual mileage build-up beyond that point and no intermediate tests, so we cannot track wear progression after early 2022. A buyer must treat the 2022 same-day fail-pass as a red flag requiring investigation. DVSA logged no defects, yet the failure means the tester initially found something below standard. Inspect the VOSA failure reason if retrievable, and check test station notes. In person, verify structural integrity for corrosion on sills and subframes given the age. Examine suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for deterioration during the long untested period. Confirm exhaust emissions and tyre condition before any road use, as the gap since January 2022 leaves consumables and mechanical parts unverified by MOT.