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FE08 OVC

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

142,202 mi
Last recorded142,202 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 OVC
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 142,202 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 138,681 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 138,119 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 137,360 miles

Front number plate starting to deteriorate

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 135,274 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 130,717 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 130,717 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 122,229 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 122,229 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2018 111,919 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 104,739 miles

Both rear tyres close to 1.6mm legal limit

Pass 7 Jul 2016 95,136 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 95,136 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 83,110 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 70,733 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 70,733 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 58,274 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 58,274 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 47,520 miles

both front brake pads getting low

both front tyres very close to legal limit

Pass 4 Jul 2011 36,286 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 35,933 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 OVC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 OVC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE08 OVC registered?

FE08 OVC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is FE08 OVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 OVC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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