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FH08 PVF

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

173,310 mi
Last recorded173,310 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 PVF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 173,310 miles

Engine and under body cover fitted not allowing a full vehicle inspection

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Apr 2018 168,858 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear calipers have p[lay in pins

engine and under body covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

nearside rear brake pipe corroded

offside drop link top rubber split but not letting in dirt or water at this time

offside parking brake not working as good as nearside only just passed

Fail 10 Apr 2018 168,858 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

both rear calipers have p[lay in pins

engine and under body covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

nearside rear brake pipe corroded

offside drop link top rubber split but not letting in dirt or water at this time

offside parking brake not working as good as nearside only just passed

Pass 29 Nov 2017 159,746 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 148,864 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre has slight thread cut

engine cover

Pass 20 Sep 2016 145,720 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 19 Sep 2016 145,709 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 138,530 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 135,818 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 135,818 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 127,757 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 122,041 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 115,923 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 103,918 miles

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall cracking

Pass 24 Sep 2013 94,217 miles

Nearside 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)

Fail 23 Sep 2013 94,216 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside 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 18 Mar 2013 83,574 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 73,071 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 66,927 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 59,930 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 59,930 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 PVF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 PVF, 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 PVF registered?

FH08 PVF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 16 July 2008.

Is FH08 PVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 PVF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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