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FM57 XMV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

263,545 mi
Last recorded263,545 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 XMV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 263,545 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2025 263,500 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2025 261,251 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 251,653 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 232,644 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 232,064 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 214,058 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 189,370 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 174,475 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 162,178 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 134,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

high level brake light not working

nearside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

Pass 22 Feb 2013 113,025 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wiper blades worn

high level stop lamp not working

Pass 24 Feb 2012 91,242 miles

front pads getting low

handbrake travel slightly high

Fail 22 Feb 2012 91,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front pads getting low

handbrake travel slightly high

Pass 20 Jan 2011 65,362 miles

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 XMV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FM57 XMV, 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 FM57 XMV registered?

FM57 XMV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is FM57 XMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 XMV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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