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DG08 JLO

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

214,916 mi
Last recorded214,916 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 JLO
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 214,916 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 201,898 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 201,898 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 190,232 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 178,858 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 169,703 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 169,500 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 160,169 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 7 Mar 2014 160,169 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Mar 2013 151,075 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 120,030 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 88,205 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 49,144 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 49,144 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 10,027 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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DG08 JLO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DG08 JLO, 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 DG08 JLO registered?

DG08 JLO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DG08 JLO safe to buy?

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