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AB08 LHC

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

132,844 mi
Last recorded132,844 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 LHC
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 132,844 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 118,527 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 102,102 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 87,235 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 74,183 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Dec 2014 74,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 59,847 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 59,847 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 57,564 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 50,410 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 43,375 miles

front brake pads low

offside front tyre bald outer edge

rear brake pads low

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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AB08 LHC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AB08 LHC, 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.

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What year was AB08 LHC registered?

AB08 LHC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is AB08 LHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 LHC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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