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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 120 for sale right now.
Our take on the Toyota Avensis
A 2018 Toyota Avensis typically advertises at €11,950 and a 2013 one at €3,950, so it loses roughly 20% of its value a year at that age, faster than most cars. Most for sale are diesels (72%), which suit longer, regular drives; for mostly short trips a petrol is the safer buy. At the NCT, the 2010–2015 cars do better than other cars the same year. The 2.0 diesel is the most common engine (58% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 280k km.
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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 | €6,950 | 288k km | 9 |
| 2013 | €3,950 | 273k km | 5 |
| 2012 | €3,950 | 364k km | 5 |
| 2011 | €3,750 | 317k km | 13 |
| 2010 | €2,300 | 370k km | 9 |
| 2009 | €2,850 | 294k km | 6 |
| 2007 | €1,300 | 326k km | 5 |
Toyota Avensis NCT pass rate
How often Toyota Avensises pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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% | |
| 2008 | 27% | 30% | |
| 2007 | 30% | 31% | |
| 2006 | 30% | 30% |
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.
Head gasket failure (2.0/2.2 D-4D) · €1,500–€3,000
Check the coolant level and look for oily residue in it. White smoke or bubbles in the expansion tank = walk away.
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 | 22 |
| 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
Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming belt kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Quick bits on Amazon
Faster delivery for small things.
Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter
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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