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DA57 HVU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,987 mi
Last recorded119,987 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 HVU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2020 119,987 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 116,431 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 116,428 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2018 109,401 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 96,230 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 96,230 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 87,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Jan 2015 77,245 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 77,245 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 67,272 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 67,272 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2012 55,849 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 43,623 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads and discs look slightly worn.

nearside rear tyre wearing low, 215-50-r17.

Pass 22 Jan 2011 31,965 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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DA57 HVU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DA57 HVU, 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 DA57 HVU registered?

DA57 HVU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is DA57 HVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA57 HVU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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