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BN08 BTU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

273,310 mi
Last recorded273,310 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 BTU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 273,310 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 268,740 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 200,585 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 149,586 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 86,075 miles

engine and undertrays fitted

front brake discs worn

Fail 23 Jul 2016 85,998 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

engine and undertrays fitted

front brake discs worn

slight corrosion on o/s/r brake pipe

Pass 14 Aug 2015 72,343 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 55,886 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 54,322 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 46,205 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 May 2012 38,674 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 38,674 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Jun 2011 31,744 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 30,065 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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BN08 BTU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 BN08 BTU, 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 BN08 BTU registered?

BN08 BTU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is BN08 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 BTU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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