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GP08 VKG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

63,786 mi
Last recorded63,786 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 VKG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 63,786 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 58,260 miles

Child seat fitted to O/S/R

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 57,828 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Child seat fitted to O/S/R

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 53,888 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/50/r17-91w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to see front brake pads.

Pass 8 Jun 2022 53,500 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/50/r17-91v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/50/r17-91v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Unable to see front brake pads.

Pass 18 Sep 2019 53,386 miles

Both rear tyres starting to deteriorate on inner and outer tread. 215/50/r17-91v

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Slight damage to front number plate.

Unable to see front brake pads.

Pass 11 Sep 2018 52,019 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 49,736 miles

Front tyres both wearing on inner edges

Pass 23 Aug 2016 46,466 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 39,701 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 36,169 miles

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

advise both rear tyre side walls perrished

Fail 5 Jul 2014 36,169 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise both rear tyre side walls perrished

Pass 10 Jul 2013 29,655 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 8 Jul 2013 29,655 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,679 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 22,450 miles

front No plate cracked

Fail 27 Jun 2011 22,450 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front No plate cracked

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 VKG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel 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 VKG, 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 GP08 VKG registered?

GP08 VKG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GP08 VKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 VKG 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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