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FH08 PXF

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

176,022 mi
Last recorded176,022 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 176,022 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and Rear. Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

General under-body corrosion

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2025 173,497 miles

General corrosion to under-body, sub-frame and suspension components

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 171,480 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 171,480 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 160,643 miles

general corrosion to under body and components

Pass 19 May 2022 150,716 miles

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

general corrosion to under body and components

Fail 19 May 2022 150,716 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

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

general corrosion to under body and components

Pass 6 Jul 2021 138,000 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion to under body and components

Pass 14 Jul 2020 124,398 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 124,398 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 114,103 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 107,291 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 89,622 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 62,198 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 58,443 miles

nearside front tyre worn and slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 Feb 2015 51,301 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 51,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 43,465 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system deteriorated

front wiper blades deteriorated

offside front & rear tyre wearing low 3mm

Pass 12 Feb 2013 38,537 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 32,006 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 26,347 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 26,346 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear 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 PXF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 PXF, 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 PXF registered?

FH08 PXF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is FH08 PXF safe to buy?

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