Toyota Avensis (2011)
2011 Toyota Avensis
CarHunch analysed 6,779 real MOT records for the 2011 Toyota Avensis. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2011 Toyota Avensis passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 82.2%, with petrol versions performing a touch better at 83.4% versus diesel at 81.5%. However, 34.5% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is notably high and worth taking seriously during any pre-purchase inspection.
At nearly 95,000 miles median, these Avensis are moderately worn for their age, yet they average 2.44 failures and 16.1 advisories per test—suggesting that while minor issues crop up, major structural problems aren't the norm. Before buying, have the brakes, suspension, and exhaust checked thoroughly, as these are typical weak points on ageing saloons of this generation.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 1.9 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2011 Toyota Avensis
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 34.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (62%) | 4,213 | 81.5% | 2.4 |
| Petrol (37%) | 2,507 | 83.4% | 2.47 |
| LPG (1%) | 52 | 77% | 4.46 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 6 | 81.3% | 3.33 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 60% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 Toyota Avensis vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2011 Toyota Avensis vehicles fall between 70,471 and 124,863 miles.
2011 Toyota Avensis — Still on the Road
3,944 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 61% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2011 Toyota Avensis
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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43.7%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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42%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30.3%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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28.2%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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28%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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27.9%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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27.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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25.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011. Counts include advisories and failures.
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