2005 Toyota Avensis 2.0L Diesel · MJ55 VZP
2005 Toyota Avensis (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 196,254 miles. MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA AVENSIS
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 196,254 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MJ55 VZP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2025
- 196,254 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MJ55 VZP 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 2005 Toyota Avensis (MJ55 VZP) between October 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 December 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: Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Brake performance unable to be tested ns rear brake pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))”.
MJ55 VZP Mileage History
- 07/10/2022163,986 mi
- 21/12/2023164,556 mi+570 mi
- 21/12/2023164,558 mi+2 mi
- 19/12/2024187,801 mi+23,243 mi
- 15/12/2025196,254 mi+8,453 mi
Average of roughly 10,117 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Avensis Mk2 (T25)
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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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