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FH08 PVY

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Lpg 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

268,784 mi
Last recorded268,784 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 PVY
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 268,784 miles

Nearside Front age related cracking

Oil leak gearbox area. ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Jan 2017 239,521 miles

Nearside mirror outer case missing centre stop light inop

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Jan 2017 239,480 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside mirror outer case missing centre stop light inop

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Jul 2016 208,250 miles

Centre STOP N/W

ENGINE PANEL FITTED

Pass 27 Jan 2016 191,705 miles

Centre STOP LAMP N/W

Pass 14 Jul 2015 245,465 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 Jan 2015 158,498 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 158,480 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

both rear tyres worn inner edge

Pass 15 Jul 2014 143,414 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 143,406 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 111,594 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 111,594 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 92,283 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 92,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2013 92,087 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2013 80,244 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 68,667 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 68,264 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 50,177 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)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 50,177 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 15 Jun 2011 50,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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)

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 PVY is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 FH08 PVY, 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 PVY registered?

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

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