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FM08 GMV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

218,361 mi
Last recorded218,361 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 GMV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 218,361 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 218,359 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 178,878 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 142,029 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 22 May 2013 71,145 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 57,303 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 51,743 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

some surface corrosion to brake discs

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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FM08 GMV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FM08 GMV, 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 FM08 GMV?

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What year was FM08 GMV registered?

FM08 GMV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is FM08 GMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 GMV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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