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EX08 DWN

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,385 mi
Last recorded66,385 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 DWN
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 66,385 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 66,385 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 63,155 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 59,947 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 55,857 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 52,501 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 52,501 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 48,988 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 43,235 miles

Offside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 42,508 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 39,979 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 39,979 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2016 37,404 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 37,404 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 2 May 2015 35,076 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 May 2015 35,076 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S/R Tyre poor condition

N/S/R Tyre poor condition

Pass 23 Apr 2014 31,926 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Apr 2014 31,926 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 24,097 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 21,246 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 16,584 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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EX08 DWN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EX08 DWN, 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 EX08 DWN registered?

EX08 DWN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is EX08 DWN safe to buy?

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