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FM08 UGX

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

177,430 mi
Last recorded177,430 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 177,430 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 176,495 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 145,246 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 144,880 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2021 139,962 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 109,781 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019
Pass 30 Oct 2017 107,825 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 107,769 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 96,623 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 215/50/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 88,787 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2015 88,776 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 80,256 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 71,070 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 60,473 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 50,153 miles

Rear 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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FM08 UGX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 2,231cc 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 FM08 UGX, 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 UGX registered?

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

Is FM08 UGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 UGX 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.

Does FM08 UGX have outstanding finance?

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