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FV57 UCG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,084 mi
Last recorded139,084 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 UCG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2020 139,084 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack to off side zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

parking brake travel needs adjusting.

Fail 4 Feb 2020 138,967 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack to off side zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

parking brake travel needs adjusting.

Pass 14 Jan 2019 133,450 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip to zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 123,468 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 119,137 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 114,698 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 104,443 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 95,017 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 95,017 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r lamp brighter than the n/s/r

Pass 23 Jan 2013 81,877 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 64,364 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2011 50,105 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 50,099 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

nearside mirror missing

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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FV57 UCG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc 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 FV57 UCG, 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 FV57 UCG registered?

FV57 UCG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is FV57 UCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV57 UCG 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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