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AA08 EXJ

2008 Toyota Yaris

Silver Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

149,721 mi
Last recorded149,721 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Yaris59,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 EXJ
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 149,721 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement b/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bs (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 149,721 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement b/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bs (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 133,484 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2022 133,484 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 112,606 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 88,202 miles

Nearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed small dent outside (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2020 88,202 miles

Nearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed small dent outside (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 59,075 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 49,126 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 44,160 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 31,697 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 31,697 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 18,645 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 18,637 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 17,601 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 15,565 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 12,869 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 May 2012 12,869 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 9,882 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 9,882 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AA08 EXJ is a 2008 Toyota Yaris in Silver with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AA08 EXJ, 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.

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What year was AA08 EXJ registered?

AA08 EXJ is a 2008 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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