2003 Toyota Avensis 1.8L Petrol · GV53 FCA
2003 Toyota Avensis (1.8L, petrol). First registered 26 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 93,427 miles. MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA AVENSIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,427 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- 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.
GV53 FCA Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/02/2026
- 93,427 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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GV53 FCA Mileage History
- 19/09/200610,147 mi
- 20/08/200715,479 mi+5,332 mi
- 16/10/200819,706 mi+4,227 mi
- 14/10/200922,905 mi+3,199 mi
- 07/10/201025,799 mi+2,894 mi
- 14/10/201127,747 mi+1,948 mi
- 17/10/201127,756 mi+9 mi
- 28/09/201229,310 mi+1,554 mi
- 02/10/201330,663 mi+1,353 mi
- 02/10/201430,960 mi+297 mi
- 09/10/201542,846 mi+11,886 mi
- 13/10/201542,849 mi+3 mi
- 08/10/201660,845 mi+17,996 mi
- 08/10/201660,845 mi
- 16/10/201769,405 mi+8,560 mi
- 16/10/201869,957 mi+552 mi
- 16/10/201970,442 mi+485 mi
- 19/10/202071,244 mi+802 mi
- 19/10/202071,244 mi
- 15/02/202273,735 mi+2,491 mi
- 25/01/202378,467 mi+4,732 mi
- 13/02/202483,933 mi+5,466 mi
- 12/02/202588,558 mi+4,625 mi
- 14/02/202693,427 mi+4,869 mi
Average of roughly 4,292 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
GV53 FCA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Toyota Avensis (GV53 FCA) between September 2006 and February 2026.
The record contains 20 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 14 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)”; “Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front+ rear (3.5.1g)”; “Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)”.
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