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FN58 TWD

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

14,638 mi
Last recorded14,638 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN58 TWD
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2019 14,638 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Oct 2019 216,056 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 191,054 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 191,054 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre has had the tread recut both sides (5.2.3 (g))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (4.7.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 155,000 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 146,643 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2016 146,643 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Oct 2016 146,595 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 131,331 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 131,331 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 118,167 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 116,003 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 108,848 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 108,838 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2011 85,884 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 60,573 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 31,033 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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FN58 TWD is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FN58 TWD, 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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FN58 TWD is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 19 September 2008.

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