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DU08 AYF

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

148,653 mi
Last recorded148,653 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 AYF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 148,653 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 142,039 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

under covers fitted

Fail 2 May 2020 142,039 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

under covers fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2019 132,731 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 132,731 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 125,794 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 120,251 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 117,530 miles

nail in offside front tyre

Fail 13 Apr 2016 117,506 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

nail in offside front tyre

Pass 17 Apr 2015 111,523 miles

n/s/f tyre cut on inner sidewall

Fail 15 Apr 2015 111,379 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre cut on inner sidewall

Pass 28 Mar 2014 95,938 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 27 Mar 2014 95,936 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 16 Apr 2013 83,903 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 83,903 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 70,192 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 54,093 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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DU08 AYF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 DU08 AYF, 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 DU08 AYF registered?

DU08 AYF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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The MOT history for DU08 AYF shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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