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FH08 PVW

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

147,810 mi
Last recorded147,810 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 PVW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 147,810 miles

rear fog light switch faulty

suspension components corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2025 139,916 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

rear fog light switch faulty

steering and suspension components are corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2024 124,180 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe and union corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

advise all steering and suspension components corroded

advise both front tyres worn slightly on edges

advise rear exhaust heat shield slightly insecure

advise rear fog lamp switch faulty

Pass 6 Jul 2023 113,340 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe and union corroded (1.1.11 (c))

steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2022 102,164 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 90,976 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 90,976 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 88,525 miles

All tyres getting low 3mm

Handbrake has little reserve travel

Pass 16 Jul 2019 85,682 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 78,798 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 73,049 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 64,377 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 55,578 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 49,453 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 44,097 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 38,740 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres are cracking and have worn unevenly

Pass 8 Jul 2011 31,740 miles

both rear tyres going out of shape

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 PVW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 PVW, 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 PVW registered?

FH08 PVW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is FH08 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 PVW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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