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BU08 TGF

2008 Toyota Estima

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 2360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,598 mi
Last recorded114,598 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Estima98,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 TGF
MakeToyota
ModelEstima
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine2,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 114,598 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2026 114,598 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 May 2025 107,642 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2024 106,331 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 98,812 miles

both front discs worn

both front lamps deteriorated

both rear shocks has a slight leak

Pass 4 Feb 2022 90,649 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 81,558 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 71,042 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 62,114 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Estima?

Based on 210,672 MOT tests across 28,466 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
7,341
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
28,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,826
fog lamp not working 4,768
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,765
position lamp(s) not working 3,374
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3,347
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BU08 TGF is a 2008 Toyota Estima in Silver with a 2,360cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Estima models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 98,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Estima fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,826 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 TGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Estima typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Estima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU08 TGF registered?

BU08 TGF is a 2008 Toyota Estima, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is BU08 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 TGF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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