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GP08 BTZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,976 mi
Last recorded128,976 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 BTZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 128,976 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play slight play leaking grease (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear drag arm bushes delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened lower arm ball joint leaking grease (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear drag arm bushes delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 126,183 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2024 126,183 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 123,799 miles

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip damage. (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2023 121,270 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 15 May 2023 121,267 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken Broken on the bottom (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 114,790 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 May 2022 114,787 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edges 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and ueven wear /perishing 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2021 108,544 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 106,597 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 99,927 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 91,843 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 84,447 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2016 76,225 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 76,225 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 68,651 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 60,630 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 53,285 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 53,285 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 May 2012 44,880 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 44,880 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2011 34,882 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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GP08 BTZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GP08 BTZ, 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 GP08 BTZ registered?

GP08 BTZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is GP08 BTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 BTZ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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