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GL08 OEM

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

129,093 mi
Last recorded129,093 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 OEM
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 129,093 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear [both sides] (3.5.1g)

Oil leak from gearbox ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Dec 2017 128,635 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear [both sides] (3.5.1g)

Oil leak from gearbox ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 87,313 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Apr 2016 84,283 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 84,283 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 84,179 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 81,749 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 77,503 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 18 Sep 2014 77,503 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

idle erratic

Pass 4 Sep 2013 72,187 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 63,344 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 52,938 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 52,457 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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GL08 OEM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GL08 OEM, 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 GL08 OEM registered?

GL08 OEM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is GL08 OEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 OEM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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