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FH08 DZZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

283,253 mi
Last recorded283,253 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 DZZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 283,253 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 283,160 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 238,414 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 226,946 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 226,896 miles

Rear Brake cable damaged both sides (1.1.15 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 212,156 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2017 188,026 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 178,246 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 166,257 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 156,358 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 145,828 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 125,102 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 104,147 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 82,253 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 82,253 miles

Nearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 52,461 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 78,506 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 78,506 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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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FH08 DZZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FH08 DZZ, 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 FH08 DZZ registered?

FH08 DZZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is FH08 DZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 DZZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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