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EK08 GPE

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

157,381 mi
Last recorded157,381 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 GPE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Sep 2021 157,381 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2020 154,735 miles

MIL illuminated but is a non - testable item due to the vehicle being built pre - 1st July 2008.

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smearing screen. (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OS and NS have a lot of cracking on edges but not quite deep enough to reach cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 150,924 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 145,698 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 140,328 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 127,644 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 22 Sep 2016 127,644 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2015 105,969 miles

Both rear tyres perished and cracking

Pass 5 Sep 2014 84,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 10 Sep 2013 64,007 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 42,498 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 38,161 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 27,582 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 27,579 miles

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

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

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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EK08 GPE is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EK08 GPE, 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 EK08 GPE?

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What year was EK08 GPE registered?

EK08 GPE is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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The MOT history for EK08 GPE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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