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FM57 XKB

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

135,428 mi
Last recorded135,428 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2014
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 XKB
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2014 135,428 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 120,026 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 100,880 miles

nearside rear tyre has damage to outer sidewall no cords visable

Pass 9 Jan 2012 65,525 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2012 65,525 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 37,980 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)

sidewall damage nearside front tyre

Fail 14 Mar 2011 47,980 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

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

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

sidewall damage nearside front tyre

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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FM57 XKB is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FM57 XKB, 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 FM57 XKB registered?

FM57 XKB is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 February 2008.

Is FM57 XKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 XKB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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