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BK58 YSL

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

168,112 mi
Last recorded168,112 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 YSL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2025 168,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

oil level low

Pass 7 Feb 2024 166,390 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 166,371 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2023 160,617 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 160,617 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Fail 12 Jan 2023 160,599 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2022 151,143 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2022 151,132 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 142,477 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 133,815 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2020 133,813 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 124,807 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 121,504 miles

coil springs corroded

driveshafts corroded

front lower arms corroded

headlamps slightly dim

metal brake pipes corroded

reverse light not working

slightly long handbrake travel

various front and rear suspension components corroded

Fail 19 Oct 2018 121,504 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

coil springs corroded

driveshafts corroded

front lower arms corroded

headlamps slightly dim

metal brake pipes corroded

reverse light not working

slightly long handbrake travel

various front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2017 105,884 miles

cuts in n/s/r tyre sidewall

front lower suspension arms corroded

front tyres wearing on inner edges

o/s/r tyre tread wearing unevenly

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2016 91,621 miles

Front tyres slightly worn on edges and starting to perish

Fail 7 Oct 2016 91,621 miles

Front tyres slightly worn on edges and starting to perish

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 77,479 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 63,640 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Oct 2013 53,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing unevenly on edges

slight corrosion starting on front suspension lower arms

slightly long handbrake travel

Pass 9 Oct 2012 36,608 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 30,272 miles

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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BK58 YSL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK58 YSL, 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 BK58 YSL registered?

BK58 YSL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 22 October 2008.

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