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FL08 GCU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

98,975 mi
Last recorded98,975 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 GCU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2023 98,975 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 94,771 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 92,656 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 90,798 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 87,948 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))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 83,549 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 77,765 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 77,765 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 72,547 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 67,528 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)

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

Fail 16 Jan 2015 67,528 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)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 62,113 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 56,783 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 49,725 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 49,725 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 40,650 miles

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

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

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 GCU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 FL08 GCU, 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

How do I check the history of FL08 GCU?

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What year was FL08 GCU registered?

FL08 GCU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is FL08 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 GCU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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