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FG58 VKD

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

175,803 mi
Last recorded175,803 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 VKD
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 175,803 miles

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

Front suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Fail 29 Jul 2022 175,803 miles

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

Front suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 19 Jul 2021 170,480 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2021 170,480 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 168,816 miles

Advise reverse light not working.

Fail 6 Aug 2020 168,816 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Advise n/s/r number plate light inop.

Advise reverse light not working.

Pass 8 Aug 2019 159,245 miles

Advise both front tyres are bold on the inside edges.

Advise reverse lights not working.

Fail 8 Aug 2019 159,245 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Advise both front tyres are bold on the inside edges.

Advise reverse lights not working.

Pass 3 Aug 2018 142,837 miles

rear seats folded away at time of test

Fail 3 Aug 2018 142,837 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

rear seats folded away at time of test

Pass 7 Aug 2017 129,049 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 110,486 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

plastic under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2015 91,530 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 72,238 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 58,928 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 51,904 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front brake discs worn

both rear brake discs slighty scored

o/s/r tyre wearing low 3mm

Fail 11 Oct 2011 44,959 miles

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

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

both front brake discs slighty scored

Pass 11 Oct 2011 44,959 miles

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

both front brake discs slighty scored

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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FG58 VKD is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FG58 VKD, 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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FG58 VKD is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 24 October 2008.

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