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FE08 GFK

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,321 mi
Last recorded161,321 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 GFK
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 161,321 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2024 161,321 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 157,850 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 151,497 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Condensation in lamp

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Condensation in lamp

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 151,497 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Condensation in lamp

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Condensation in lamp

Pass 25 Nov 2021 146,364 miles

Both front tyres low on tread

Both headlamps have poor image

Noise from Offside rear handbrake in brake disc

Rear exhaust bracket insecure

Slight oil leak

Fail 25 Nov 2021 146,364 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Both front tyres low on tread

Both headlamps have poor image

Noise from Offside rear handbrake in brake disc

Rear exhaust bracket insecure

Slight oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2020 141,912 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Surface corrosion of front and rear suspension components

Fail 25 Nov 2020 141,987 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning Bulbs out and bulb holder insecure (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Surface corrosion of front and rear suspension components

Pass 21 Nov 2019 138,998 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 134,871 miles

Offside Front fog light not working

emission to clean for B.E.T

engine cover & under tray fitted

Fail 26 Nov 2018 134,871 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front fog light not working

emission to clean for B.E.T

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2017 131,088 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 131,088 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 129,584 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 122,829 miles

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 6 Feb 2015 100,979 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 90,267 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 79,605 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 69,725 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Feb 2011 64,073 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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FE08 GFK is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel 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 FE08 GFK, 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 FE08 GFK registered?

FE08 GFK is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is FE08 GFK safe to buy?

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