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AE08 SMM

2008 Toyota Auris

Black Diesel 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

151,009 mi
Last recorded151,009 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Auris65,587 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 SMM
MakeToyota
ModelAuris
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 151,009 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2022 151,009 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 137,988 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 97,665 miles

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 92,788 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 89,055 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 80,706 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear both tyres perished

Fail 17 Jul 2015 80,706 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear both tyres perished

Pass 25 Jul 2014 69,897 miles

front balljoint dust covers slightly contaminated with greese, not damaged

Fail 25 Jul 2014 69,896 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

front balljoint dust covers slightly contaminated with greese, not damaged

Pass 24 Jul 2013 58,788 miles

wipers slightly smeary

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

rear discs slightly lipped

Pass 20 Jul 2012 47,891 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

oil level low

Pass 21 Jul 2011 36,765 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Auris?

Based on 2,200,162 MOT tests across 179,856 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,114
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
179,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,783
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,597
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,275
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,890
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AE08 SMM is a 2008 Toyota Auris in Black with a 1,364cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Auris models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 65,587 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 Auris fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 13,783 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 SMM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Auris typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Auris is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AE08 SMM is a 2008 Toyota Auris, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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