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FG08 DHU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

129,057 mi
Last recorded129,057 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 DHU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2020 129,057 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 129,023 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2019 120,230 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2019 120,227 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Oct 2017 116,124 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 114,784 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 111,179 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 111,179 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 107,174 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 102,057 miles

SLIGHT CUT ON SIDE WALL NEAR FROUNT

Pass 18 Apr 2012 97,337 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 70,149 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 70,149 miles

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

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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FG08 DHU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 FG08 DHU, 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 FG08 DHU registered?

FG08 DHU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is FG08 DHU safe to buy?

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