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FP08 XYU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

243,368 mi
Last recorded243,368 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 XYU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2018 243,368 miles

both front tyres wearing low

Fail 16 Mar 2018 243,362 miles

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

both front tyres wearing low

Pass 6 Mar 2017 206,796 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced offside (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 206,796 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low nearside and offside (1.8)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced offside (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 160,284 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 160,284 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 125,662 miles

tread getting low on both front tyres

Fail 13 Mar 2015 125,662 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

tread getting low on both front tyres

Pass 12 Mar 2014 92,772 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 92,772 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 71,337 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 46,193 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 39,158 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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FP08 XYU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FP08 XYU, 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 FP08 XYU registered?

FP08 XYU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is FP08 XYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 XYU shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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