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GJ08 DFV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

205,738 mi
Last recorded205,738 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 DFV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 205,738 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2017 205,738 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 7 May 2016 197,708 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 179,807 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 161,677 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 138,906 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 109,451 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 87,023 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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GJ08 DFV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GJ08 DFV, 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 GJ08 DFV registered?

GJ08 DFV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GJ08 DFV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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