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FH08 PZW

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,952 mi
Last recorded151,952 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 151,952 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged over (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged over (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective worn (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 Dec 2024 151,890 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged over (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged over (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective worn (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2023 147,617 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2023 147,614 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 130,410 miles

center brake light not working

Pass 9 Sep 2021 121,188 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

center brake light not working

Pass 11 Sep 2020 111,221 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2020 111,221 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 101,450 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 87,672 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 72,039 miles

centre brake light inop

Fail 10 Oct 2017 72,039 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

centre brake light inop

Pass 3 Oct 2016 55,899 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

centre brake light not working

Fail 3 Oct 2016 55,898 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

centre brake light not working

Pass 12 Oct 2015 48,737 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 41,467 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2014 41,467 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 38,183 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Aug 2013 38,183 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2012 33,132 miles

traction light on

Pass 17 Aug 2011 28,402 miles

front brake pads getting low

n/s/f shock absorber weeping

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 PZW 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 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 PZW, 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 PZW registered?

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

Is FH08 PZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 PZW shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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