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GU08 CZG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

48,538 mi
Last recorded48,538 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 CZG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 48,538 miles

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

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 Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 29 Sep 2025 48,538 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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 Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 46,979 miles

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

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 45,163 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 43,354 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 41,831 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 41,831 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 39,928 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 38,477 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also slight perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 36,598 miles

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2018 36,553 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 35,033 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 32,766 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 31,052 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 29,254 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 29,254 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 26,914 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 24,177 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 24,177 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 20,079 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 16,693 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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GU08 CZG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GU08 CZG, 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

How do I check the history of GU08 CZG?

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What year was GU08 CZG registered?

GU08 CZG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is GU08 CZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 CZG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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