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FY08 AWU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

77,827 mi
Last recorded77,827 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 AWU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 77,827 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 May 2019 77,821 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 May 2018 72,983 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 72,983 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 65,055 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 65,054 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 56,942 miles

Front brakes look worn

Pass 18 Feb 2015 49,176 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 42,665 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 36,417 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 30,770 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 30,770 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 24,526 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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FY08 AWU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FY08 AWU, 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 FY08 AWU registered?

FY08 AWU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FY08 AWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 AWU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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