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FG08 ERJ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

182,851 mi
Last recorded182,851 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ERJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2022 182,851 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 170,431 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 170,154 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 155,969 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 146,486 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 138,532 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 138,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 May 2017 128,198 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 113,572 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 106,960 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 95,293 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2013 82,900 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 72,758 miles

front and rear grake pads heavily worn

Fail 18 May 2012 72,758 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front and rear grake pads heavily worn

Pass 25 May 2011 67,840 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 67,820 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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FG08 ERJ 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 81.3%.

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 FG08 ERJ, 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 FG08 ERJ registered?

FG08 ERJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is FG08 ERJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 ERJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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