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FH08 PZV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

135,381 mi
Last recorded135,381 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 135,381 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2026 135,378 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 123,409 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 114,582 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 101,865 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 89,273 miles

All rear suspension parts have surface corrosion

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Jul 2021 76,294 miles

ALL REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION

BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION ARMS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION

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))

Fail 7 Jul 2021 76,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

ALL REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION

BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION ARMS HAVE SURFACE CORROSION

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))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 68,313 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 68,312 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2019 58,709 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 44,305 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 44,305 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 38,621 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 35,704 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 33,350 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 30,853 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 27,254 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 27,254 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 22,729 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Jul 2011 19,122 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)

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 PZV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey 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 PZV, 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 PZV registered?

FH08 PZV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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The MOT history for FH08 PZV 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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