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EY08 ALU

2008 Toyota Estima

Black Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

190,195 mi
Last recorded190,195 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Estima98,740 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 ALU
MakeToyota
ModelEstima
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 190,195 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 190,195 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both Fronts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 165,502 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 163,060 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 151,347 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Estima?

Based on 210,672 MOT tests across 28,466 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
7,341
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
28,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,826
fog lamp not working 4,768
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,765
position lamp(s) not working 3,374
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 3,347
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EY08 ALU is a 2008 Toyota Estima in Black with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Estima models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 98,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Estima fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,826 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EY08 ALU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Estima typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Estima is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EY08 ALU?

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What year was EY08 ALU registered?

EY08 ALU is a 2008 Toyota Estima, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is EY08 ALU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 ALU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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