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DA57 UYV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

81,231 mi
Last recorded81,231 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 UYV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 81,231 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2025 81,216 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 78,242 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 78,240 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 74,799 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 7 Feb 2023 74,799 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Feb 2022 70,610 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 70,610 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 66,295 miles

under vehicle heavily corroded

Fail 8 Feb 2021 66,295 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under vehicle heavily corroded

Pass 31 Jan 2020 62,293 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2020 62,293 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 58,165 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 53,133 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine covers and under trays fitted.

Fail 30 Jan 2018 53,133 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage side repeater (6.1.C.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine covers and under trays fitted.

Pass 2 Feb 2017 48,800 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2017 48,800 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 45,919 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)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 42,631 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 40,449 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 37,690 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 34,023 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 26,104 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 UYV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 UYV, 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 DA57 UYV registered?

DA57 UYV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is DA57 UYV safe to buy?

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