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BJ08 FZH

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,987 mi
Last recorded144,987 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 FZH
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 144,987 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 137,184 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 128,680 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner cills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 120,685 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 115,810 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 115,810 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 108,677 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust rear silencer has a crack

Pass 11 Apr 2019 99,828 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 92,441 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 85,167 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 77,679 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 68,907 miles

Offside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 68,907 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 61,085 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 51,848 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 42,532 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 35,135 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 35,135 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake pads worn low

front wipers smear

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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BJ08 FZH is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BJ08 FZH, 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 BJ08 FZH registered?

BJ08 FZH is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is BJ08 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 FZH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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