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FT08 BKF

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

164,553 mi
Last recorded164,553 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 BKF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 164,553 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2018 164,553 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 154,692 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Jun 2017 154,692 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Jun 2016 134,952 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 134,952 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 105,338 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 105,338 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 73,180 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 73,177 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 54,095 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 45,456 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 40,560 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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FT08 BKF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc diesel 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 FT08 BKF, 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 FT08 BKF registered?

FT08 BKF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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