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FM08 RYC

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

192,643 mi
Last recorded192,643 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 RYC
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 192,643 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 188,536 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 188,448 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 173,846 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 173,846 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 157,291 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 146,745 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2015 146,745 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 126,572 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 107,186 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 88,501 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 68,255 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 68,255 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 RYC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FM08 RYC, 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 FM08 RYC registered?

FM08 RYC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is FM08 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 RYC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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