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AE08 ZCM

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

131,655 mi
Last recorded131,655 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 ZCM
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 131,655 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 127,025 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 122,738 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 122,444 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 119,196 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 108,910 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 99,556 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 88,692 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 72,888 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 71,888 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 71,888 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 64,740 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jul 2014 63,458 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 63,458 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2013 55,961 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 48,889 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

front wiper split on ends

oil low

Pass 23 Jun 2011 36,134 miles

front inner disks slightly worn

oil level low

protective cover under engine prevents inspection

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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AE08 ZCM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AE08 ZCM, 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 AE08 ZCM registered?

AE08 ZCM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is AE08 ZCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 ZCM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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