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AJ08 DSU

2008 Toyota Yaris

Black Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,121 mi
Last recorded125,121 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Yaris59,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ08 DSU
MakeToyota
ModelYaris
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 125,121 miles

underbody corrosion

Pass 8 Jul 2024 118,236 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 118,236 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 115,066 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 110,546 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 105,074 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 102,081 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 92,267 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 92,267 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 84,076 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 84,076 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 75,211 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 67,435 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 60,304 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 52,035 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 44,921 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 38,551 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 30,554 miles

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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AJ08 DSU is a 2008 Toyota Yaris in Black with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AJ08 DSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ08 DSU registered?

AJ08 DSU is a 2008 Toyota Yaris, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is AJ08 DSU safe to buy?

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