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GP08 BUU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

122,149 mi
Last recorded122,149 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 122,149 miles

front sub frame covered in under seal

o/s n/r side bottom arms covered in under seal

rear sub frame covered in under seal

Pass 4 Sep 2023 106,756 miles

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

front wishbones are corroded

rear subframe is corroded

Fail 31 Aug 2023 106,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

front wishbones are corroded

rear subframe is corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2022 93,609 miles

general corrosion to underbody, including front wishbones,rear subframe and rear coil springs.

Pass 21 Sep 2021 91,235 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear bumper slightly damaged

Fail 21 Sep 2021 91,235 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear bumper slightly damaged

Pass 29 May 2020 84,571 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 80,105 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 73,521 miles

Offside Front to rear brake pipe corroded

both rear springs corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2018 73,509 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front to rear brake pipe corroded

both rear springs corroded

Pass 23 May 2017 65,643 miles

Nearside Front to rear brake pipe corroding

Pass 20 May 2016 59,192 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 51,491 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 44,290 miles

front brake pads ready for replacement

Pass 21 May 2013 36,424 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 30,474 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 22,841 miles

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

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

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

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 BUU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GP08 BUU, 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 BUU registered?

GP08 BUU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is GP08 BUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 BUU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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