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FN08 SUU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,191 mi
Last recorded196,191 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 SUU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 196,191 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside + offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside + offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2022 193,742 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side front wishbone corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2022 193,742 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side front wishbone corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 190,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side front wishbone slight corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 190,638 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side front wishbone slight corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 187,957 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2019 173,602 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

n/s/r shock absorber reduced damping affect

Pass 9 May 2018 159,985 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2018 159,973 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam side light (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam side light (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 May 2017 137,190 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 25 May 2017 137,190 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2011 60,487 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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FN08 SUU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FN08 SUU, 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 FN08 SUU registered?

FN08 SUU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 6 March 2008.

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