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GD08 AFV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,682 mi
Last recorded125,682 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 AFV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 125,682 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 119,635 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 113,359 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 106,382 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 99,366 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 93,043 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 93,041 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 88,373 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 80,990 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 73,086 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 73,086 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 64,270 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 54,432 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 54,432 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 49,248 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 41,753 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 41,753 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 36,919 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 31,737 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 24,093 miles

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)

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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GD08 AFV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GD08 AFV, 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

How do I check the history of GD08 AFV?

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What year was GD08 AFV registered?

GD08 AFV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GD08 AFV safe to buy?

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