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GP08 XHR

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,227 mi
Last recorded120,227 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 XHR
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 120,227 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2026 120,227 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 117,550 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 114,552 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2024 114,552 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 111,458 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2023 111,458 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 108,593 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 108,593 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 104,052 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 97,254 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 89,375 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 80,933 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 70,888 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 60,027 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 51,088 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 51,088 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 41,239 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 33,547 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 23 Jun 2012 33,547 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2011 27,556 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 XHR is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 XHR, 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 XHR registered?

GP08 XHR is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is GP08 XHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 XHR shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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