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GP08 BVU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

118,621 mi
Last recorded118,621 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 BVU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2024 118,621 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to o/s/r corroded/leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working high level brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play re check for play in other components when the bearing is adjusted or replaced . (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main brake pipe to hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main brake pipe to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake pipe to hose - leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect suspension feels soft (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear suspension coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

reverse light not working

Pass 12 Dec 2023 112,096 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 105,601 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre screw centre tread ()

Fail 7 Dec 2022 105,601 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre screw centre tread ()

Pass 15 Dec 2021 97,511 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 97,498 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working high level brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 88,516 miles

head lamp light intensity reduced - both head lamps

Fail 7 Dec 2020 88,502 miles

Central Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

head lamp light intensity reduced - both head lamps

Pass 18 May 2019 76,347 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 67,652 miles

Both front wipers smear the windscreen slightly

N/S/Front Mirror/Side repeater slightly damaged

Pass 10 Jun 2017 61,036 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 54,469 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 46,166 miles

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

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

drivers windscreen wiper slightly smearing

Pass 31 May 2014 38,423 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 30,691 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 24,279 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 19,349 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 BVU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BVU, 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 BVU registered?

GP08 BVU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is GP08 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 BVU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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