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FH08 YLN

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

118,791 mi
Last recorded118,791 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 YLN
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 118,791 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 118,791 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 113,882 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge recommend replacing asap (215/50r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 5 Oct 2018 113,877 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge recommend replacing asap (215/50r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2017 107,197 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 97,784 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 91,152 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm of tread left 215/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 91,151 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm of tread left 215/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm of tread left (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 84,072 miles

front number plate in poor condition

Fail 10 Oct 2014 84,072 miles

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

front number plate in poor condition

Pass 14 Oct 2013 76,420 miles

front number plate in poor condition

Fail 14 Oct 2013 76,420 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front number plate in poor condition

Pass 27 Jul 2012 63,954 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 47,338 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 YLN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 YLN, 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 YLN registered?

FH08 YLN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 7 August 2008.

Is FH08 YLN safe to buy?

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