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A7 PGD

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

170,143 mi
Last recorded170,143 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 PGD
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 170,143 miles

All Rear Suspension Corroded But Not Seriously Weakened

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 165,047 miles

All suspension components corroded.

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inner surface. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 158,359 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 153,837 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 148,768 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 139,763 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 139,763 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2019 138,530 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 137,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 130,300 miles

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 123,301 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 107,809 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 97,642 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 97,642 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 84,259 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 74,350 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 55,329 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Toyota Avensis?

Based on 3,497,866 MOT tests across 274,257 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
7,477
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
274,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 106,316
position lamp(s) not working 82,254
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 59,558
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49,676
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,472
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A7 PGD is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 88,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Avensis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 106,316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 PGD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Avensis typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 PGD registered?

A7 PGD is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is A7 PGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 PGD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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