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EA08 PKC

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

280,272 mi
Last recorded280,272 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 PKC
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 280,272 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 266,499 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2025 266,499 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2024 245,050 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 245,018 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 222,103 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 221,944 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 190,751 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 190,751 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 159,996 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 159,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 149,526 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2020 149,307 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 139,351 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 139,351 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 125,428 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 112,682 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2019 112,679 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 90,840 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 85,652 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 79,177 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 70,929 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 70,929 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 64,148 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 55,517 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 45,356 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 32,967 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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EA08 PKC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EA08 PKC, 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 EA08 PKC registered?

EA08 PKC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is EA08 PKC safe to buy?

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