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FH08 FCY

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

158,131 mi
Last recorded158,131 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 FCY
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 158,131 miles

Front Slight brake imbalance n/s/f low

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 152,930 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 148,637 miles

N/S mirror casing is loose

O/S Number plate light is intermittent

Pass 2 Feb 2016 139,958 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 139,958 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 130,006 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2014 110,867 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 110,867 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 86,923 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 86,923 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 73,547 miles

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

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

Oil leak

front wipers are in a poor condition

n/s/f tyre has started to perish

scuff marks to both front tyre outer side walls (no cords showing)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 73,547 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Oil leak

front wipers are in a poor condition

n/s/f tyre has started to perish

scuff marks to both front tyre outer side walls (no cords showing)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 62,148 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge 215/50/17

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 FCY is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel 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 FH08 FCY, 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 FH08 FCY registered?

FH08 FCY is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is FH08 FCY safe to buy?

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