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GK08 ZWJ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,025 mi
Last recorded85,025 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 ZWJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2020 85,025 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 80,519 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 76,456 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 74,880 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 71,845 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 67,682 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2015 67,682 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 58,411 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 58,366 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 46,216 miles

n/s/r tyre on wear markers

Pass 28 Feb 2012 23,858 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 10,967 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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GK08 ZWJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GK08 ZWJ, 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 GK08 ZWJ registered?

GK08 ZWJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is GK08 ZWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK08 ZWJ shows 12 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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