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GF08 BWN

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

121,003 mi
Last recorded121,003 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 BWN
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 121,003 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 113,331 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Oct 2024 113,331 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 111,178 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2023 111,178 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 109,125 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 107,113 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 107,113 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 106,367 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 104,589 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 101,646 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 98,004 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 95,323 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 90,156 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 79,304 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2014 67,385 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre stop light not working

Fail 6 Mar 2014 67,384 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre stop light not working

Pass 8 Apr 2013 55,501 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2012 43,410 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 43,410 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

center stop light not working

Pass 11 Apr 2011 33,925 miles

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

both front brake discs starting to wear

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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GF08 BWN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 GF08 BWN, 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 GF08 BWN registered?

GF08 BWN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is GF08 BWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 BWN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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