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CV08 SJO

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,731 mi
Last recorded55,731 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 SJO
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 55,731 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

hand brake travel too high

Fail 19 Jun 2025 55,731 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

hand brake travel too high

Pass 18 Aug 2023 52,697 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 49,246 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 47,492 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 47,309 miles

rear discs are slightly corroded

Fail 8 Oct 2020 47,309 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 45,474 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 43,955 miles

General corrosion under body.

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2018 43,954 miles

Brake performance not tested due to hydraulic system leaking. (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded and leaking when under pressure. (1.1.11 (c))

General corrosion under body.

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 42,713 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 41,507 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 39,576 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 39,576 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 38,041 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 35,904 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 28,477 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 20,031 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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CV08 SJO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CV08 SJO, 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 CV08 SJO registered?

CV08 SJO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is CV08 SJO safe to buy?

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