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FM08 RYG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

213,229 mi
Last recorded213,229 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 RYG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 Dec 2019 213,229 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit manufactures plate limit is 1.0 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor missing (1.6 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 197,711 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 197,711 miles

Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2016 178,172 miles

Nearside Rear caliper sliders worn

Fail 16 Dec 2016 178,172 miles

Nearside Rear caliper sliders worn

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

Pass 7 Oct 2015 162,958 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 144,955 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 136,912 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 135,274 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 135,171 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 12 Aug 2011 98,240 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 98,240 miles

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

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 RYG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 FM08 RYG, 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 FM08 RYG registered?

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

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