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A15 XEJ

2008 Toyota Yaris

Red Diesel 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,048 mi
Last recorded72,048 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Yaris59,713 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 XEJ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 72,048 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 95,916 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 122,805 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s/f/o/s/f (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 122,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to cords outer wall (195/50R16) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements No spacing on number plate (0.1 (d))

Crack on windscreen passenger side

Front Front number plate damaged but not likely to be missed read

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Advise headlights be cleaned (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 122,241 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 118,110 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 110,766 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 108,805 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 105,815 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 99,612 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 90,376 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 81,556 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 71,993 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 63,435 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 53,107 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 43,433 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 33,208 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 33,208 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

How Reliable is the Toyota Yaris?

Based on 9,038,234 MOT tests across 631,037 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
4,759
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
631,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 149,812
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 133,602
position lamp(s) not working 65,683
Stop lamp not working 58,922
Brake pipe excessively corroded 52,660
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A15 XEJ is a 2008 Toyota Yaris in Red with a 1,364cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Yaris models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,713 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Yaris fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 149,812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A15 XEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Yaris typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Yaris is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A15 XEJ?

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What year was A15 XEJ registered?

A15 XEJ is a 2008 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 27 September 2008.

Is A15 XEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 XEJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A15 XEJ have outstanding finance?

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