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FE08 TCU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

71,673 mi
Last recorded71,673 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 TCU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 71,673 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Aug 2026 71,673 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2025 65,300 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded and damaged not likely to affect stability or cause injury

Fail 21 Aug 2025 65,296 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded and damaged not likely to affect stability or cause injury

eml present not a failure due to month of registration opposed to year

Pass 22 Aug 2024 65,241 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 65,139 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 65,013 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 65,006 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen washer not working Pump ? (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 62,694 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 59,049 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 59,049 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 55,280 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 55,280 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 52,074 miles

windscreen wiper blades detereorated

Pass 14 Apr 2016 46,860 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 45,931 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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)

o/s headlamp slightly dimmer than n/s.

Pass 9 Apr 2015 45,931 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)

o/s headlamp slightly dimmer than n/s.

Fail 28 Mar 2014 43,469 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 43,469 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 39,075 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 39,075 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 32,194 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 TCU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 TCU, 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 TCU registered?

FE08 TCU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is FE08 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 TCU shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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