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FL08 BFU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

145,503 mi
Last recorded145,503 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 BFU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 145,503 miles

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

general underbody and suspension corrosion

Fail 28 Jan 2022 145,496 miles

Brake performance not tested brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

general suspension corrosion

general underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Jan 2021 143,010 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 142,161 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Dec 2019 142,161 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Dec 2018 136,144 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 131,203 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 123,663 miles

Oil leak slight oil leak ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine covers and under body shields fitted to vehicle

Pass 24 Dec 2015 112,759 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 100,386 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 100,386 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 87,348 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 87,348 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 71,655 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 71,655 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 54,404 miles

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

wipers poor

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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FL08 BFU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FL08 BFU, 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 FL08 BFU registered?

FL08 BFU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is FL08 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 BFU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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