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FV08 HGL

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

170,959 mi
Last recorded170,959 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 HGL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 170,959 miles

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

high level brake light not working

Fail 16 Nov 2021 170,957 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

high level brake light not working

Pass 3 Nov 2020 164,365 miles

Both rear tyres worn to the minimum allowable tread depth

Pass 19 Nov 2019 159,163 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 158,733 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 147,397 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 128,269 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 116,751 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 116,750 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 May 2015 116,148 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 107,392 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 5 May 2012 104,057 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 11 Apr 2011 100,154 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing (inner edges)

coolant level low

engine oil level low

front brake discs worn

front reg plate cracked

stone chip Zone A

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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FV08 HGL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV08 HGL, 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 FV08 HGL registered?

FV08 HGL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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The MOT history for FV08 HGL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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