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BV08 XJZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

64,944 mi
Last recorded64,944 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 XJZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 64,944 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 64,944 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both sides to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 60,342 miles

Nearside Front Worn on outer edge

Pass 2 May 2024 56,362 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2023 52,443 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2022 48,913 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 48,708 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2022 48,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 47,332 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted obscuring view to some components

Pass 12 Feb 2020 46,162 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 42,707 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 38,500 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 34,086 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 29,634 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 25,793 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 22,032 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 18,207 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 14,531 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 10,446 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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BV08 XJZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BV08 XJZ, 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 BV08 XJZ registered?

BV08 XJZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BV08 XJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 XJZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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