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Toyota Avensis buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Toyota Avensis costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 116 for sale right now.
Used Toyota Avensis prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | €11,950 | 189k km | 8 |
| 2017 | €10,950 | 197k km | 19 |
| 2016 | €9,800 | 193k km | 17 |
| 2015 | €8,000 | 185k km | 19 |
| 2014 | €7,450 | 267k km | 8 |
| 2012 | €3,950 | 364k km | 5 |
| 2011 | €3,750 | 317k km | 13 |
| 2010 | €2,300 | 370k km | 9 |
| 2009 | €2,850 | 294k km | 5 |
Toyota Avensis NCT pass rate
How often Toyota Avensises pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 59% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 65% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 53% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 57% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 53% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 49% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 46% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 42% | 38% | |
| 2010 | 37% | 34% | |
| 2009 | 32% | 31% |
Most common reasons a 2015 Toyota Avensis fails: lights & electrics (24.9% of tests, more than most cars), brake test (rollers) (10% of tests), steering & suspension (9.3% of tests), brakes (8.9% of tests).
Common Toyota Avensis problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
Rust on sills, arches and brake pipes (15+ years old) · €100–€600
Kneel down and look at the sills, rear arches and the brake pipes under the car. Flaking rust is an NCT fail.
Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500
Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Diesel | ~280k km | ~€270 | 20 |
| 1.6 Diesel | ~320k km | ~€200 | 16 |
2.0 Diesel: usual problem: head gasket and oil burning on 2.2s.
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Toyota Avensis
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming beltsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Before you buy a used Toyota Avensis
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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