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FT57 AYM

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

148,104 mi
Last recorded148,104 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT57 AYM
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 148,104 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened rubbing (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened rubbing (3.5.1b)

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

Fail 8 Sep 2016 148,081 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened rubbing (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened rubbing (3.5.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 140,249 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 129,440 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 117,461 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2014 117,461 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 109,807 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 106,141 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 106,141 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 103,057 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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FT57 AYM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FT57 AYM, 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 FT57 AYM registered?

FT57 AYM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 22 January 2008.

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