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FA08 HTG

2008 Toyota Highlander

Silver Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,011 mi
Last recorded126,011 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Highlander59,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 HTG
MakeToyota
ModelHighlander
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2025 126,011 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front headlamp slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Oct 2024 117,800 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 105,891 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 91,897 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 83,087 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 79,980 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 79,523 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 65,997 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 54,473 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 33,292 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 16,012 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 476 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Highlander?

Based on 1,208 MOT tests across 313 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
8,388
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) incorrect colour 18
fog lamp not working 15
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 12
position lamp(s) not working 12
fog lamp missing 11
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FA08 HTG is a 2008 Toyota Highlander in Silver with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Highlander models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 59,210 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Highlander fails its MOT is position lamp(s) incorrect colour, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA08 HTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Highlander typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Highlander is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA08 HTG registered?

FA08 HTG is a 2008 Toyota Highlander, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is FA08 HTG safe to buy?

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