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FE08 MXZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,604 mi
Last recorded118,604 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 MXZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2023 118,604 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance unable to be tested rear axle damage (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear window tinted

Pass 21 Sep 2022 117,679 miles

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under body corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2021 111,393 miles

Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear all over/all suspension parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 104,564 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 97,679 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 91,421 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 97,213 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 76,185 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 67,881 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 64,521 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 54,792 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Feb 2014 45,631 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 37,930 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Feb 2012 34,456 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 27,672 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 27,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 MXZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FE08 MXZ, 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 MXZ registered?

FE08 MXZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FE08 MXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 MXZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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