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GL57 VNF

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

153,750 mi
Last recorded153,750 miles
Recorded on2 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 VNF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2015 153,750 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 153,738 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 138,952 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 138,952 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 116,850 miles

nsr light has condensation in not affecting light output

Fail 15 Jan 2013 116,850 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nsr light has condensation in not affecting light output

Pass 3 Jan 2012 93,326 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front wheel is slightly distorted

Fail 31 Dec 2011 93,321 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front wheel is slightly distorted

Pass 13 Jan 2011 71,490 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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GL57 VNF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL57 VNF, 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.

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What year was GL57 VNF registered?

GL57 VNF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is GL57 VNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 VNF shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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