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FH08 RFN

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

170,895 mi
Last recorded170,895 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 RFN
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 170,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 162,504 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))

Fail 4 Jul 2024 162,504 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 154,171 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2023 154,171 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 145,719 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 136,609 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 130,553 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drop link leaking grease but preventing ingress of dirt

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 122,505 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 112,138 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 101,556 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 87,765 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 73,045 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 68,688 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)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 64,212 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2011 48,464 miles

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 RFN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RFN, 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 RFN registered?

FH08 RFN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is FH08 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 RFN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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