2009 Toyota Avensis 2.0L Diesel · MJ58 RNF
2009 Toyota Avensis (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 2009. Recorded mileage 257,580 miles. MOT expired on 03 Jan 2023. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA AVENSIS
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Jan 2023
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (13 Feb 2023)
- Recorded Mileage
- 257,580 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.
MJ58 RNF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT failed on 21/12/2022
- 257,580 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 17 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MJ58 RNF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Toyota Avensis (MJ58 RNF) between December 2021 and December 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 December 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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 not tested due to excessive oil water leak contamination on test equipment (1.2.1 (g))”; “Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced above subframe ”; “Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety coolant leaking oil water mix head gasket failure (8.4.1”.
MJ58 RNF Mileage History
- 21/12/2021249,924 mi
- 22/12/2021249,926 mi+2 mi
- 21/12/2022257,580 mi+7,654 mi
Average of roughly 7,662 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Avoid this vehicle unless you have docum
If considering this vehicle, you must verify whether the critical failures from the December 2022 MOT were professionally rectified. Specifically, request invoices for the replacement or extensive repair of the front and rear subframes and the engine's head gasket. Without these, the vehicle is likely not roadworthy or safe.
Given the 257,580-mile odometer reading, check the service history for evidence of timing belt replacements and turbocharger maintenance. Negotiate the price heavily to account for the high mileage and the inherent risk of further mechanical failure in a vehicle of this age and usage.
As a 2.0L diesel from 2009, this Avensis will fall into a higher CO2 emissions tax band compared to modern equivalents. Fuel economy is typically efficient for motorway driving, but city use will be higher. Insurance groups for the Avensis are generally moderate, making it affordable to cover.
Maintenance costs are expected to be high. At over 250,000 miles, wear-and-tear components such as suspension bushings, alternator, and fuel system components are likely to require replacement. Annual running costs will be skewed heavily toward unplanned repairs.
The primary inspection must focus on the chassis. Use a torch to inspect the front and rear subframes and the vehicle structure above the subframe for the severe corrosion noted in the 2022 MOT. Any signs of bubbling paint or flaky metal in these areas are red flags.
Inspect the engine bay for signs of oil or coolant leaks, specifically around the head gasket area. Check the offside front lower suspension arm for wear or corrosion, as this was a specific failure point. Finally, verify the operation of the nearside headlamps and the parking brake, both of which have failed in previous tests.
This 2009 black Toyota Avensis diesel has recorded an exceptionally high mileage of 257,580 miles. The vehicle's history is marred by a December 2022 MOT failure that identified critical structural corrosion to the front and rear subframes and a head gasket failure. While it passed in December 2021, the subsequent 2022 record indicates a vehicle in poor mechanical and structural condition.
The Avensis has an average MOT pass rate of 77.9%, with common failures typically involving headlamps and suspension arms.
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