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GJ08 WHU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,101 mi
Last recorded119,101 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 WHU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 119,101 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 115,531 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 112,972 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 112,972 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2022 111,185 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 109,297 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 105,234 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 99,193 miles

High level stop lamp not working

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

Pass 18 May 2018 91,224 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 83,158 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 72,441 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 72,438 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2015 52,069 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear tyres close to limit

Pass 13 May 2014 33,872 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 33,870 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Apr 2013 23,293 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2012 14,539 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 11,084 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 WHU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WHU, 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 WHU registered?

GJ08 WHU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is GJ08 WHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 WHU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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