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DG08 JLX

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

191,898 mi
Last recorded191,898 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 JLX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 191,898 miles

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

rear subframe is corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2025 183,056 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 175,679 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 175,679 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 169,678 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp poor output

Pass 28 Jul 2022 161,723 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 161,723 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 154,709 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 148,831 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 141,855 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 133,349 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 123,151 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 123,114 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 110,320 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 110,320 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 98,488 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 85,547 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 71,795 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2013 71,795 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 64,027 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 54,014 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 54,014 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 41,702 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 JLX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 JLX, 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 DG08 JLX registered?

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

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