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FY58 DVW

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

274,940 mi
Last recorded274,940 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 DVW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 274,940 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

high level stop light inop

Fail 12 Dec 2016 274,940 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

high level stop light inop

Pass 14 Dec 2015 219,512 miles

Front coil spring corroded to rear all four (2.4.C.1b)

under tray fited

Pass 31 Dec 2014 181,121 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 133,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs liped

Fail 18 Sep 2012 113,859 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 113,859 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 87,093 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 87,093 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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FY58 DVW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FY58 DVW, 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 FY58 DVW registered?

FY58 DVW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is FY58 DVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 DVW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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