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EJ08 OXW

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

105,295 mi
Last recorded105,295 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 OXW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 105,295 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 102,314 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 98,017 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 93,351 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 88,957 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 85,560 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 77,710 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat base ()

Fail 2 May 2019 77,671 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat base ()

Pass 1 May 2018 73,270 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 70,096 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2017 70,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 May 2016 65,544 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 May 2015 62,411 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 May 2015 62,411 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 May 2014 60,944 miles

o/s wiper blade rubber detached but clearing windscreen effectivly

Fail 28 May 2014 60,944 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s front lower valance damaged

o/s wiper blade rubber detached but clearing windscreen effectivly

Pass 25 May 2013 59,153 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 57,875 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 49,229 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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EJ08 OXW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EJ08 OXW, 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

How do I check the history of EJ08 OXW?

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What year was EJ08 OXW registered?

EJ08 OXW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is EJ08 OXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 OXW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJ08 OXW have outstanding finance?

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