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GU08 DHO

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,874 mi
Last recorded63,874 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 DHO
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 63,874 miles

Corrosion forming on all suspension components front to rear inc all arms, coil springs and subframes

Pass 21 Feb 2025 62,353 miles

Corrosion on vehicle underside/suspension components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 62,353 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Offside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Front to rear burst and leaking fluid (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Corrosion on vehicle underside/suspension components

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 60,527 miles

Corrosion to vehicle underside/ suspension components

Pass 23 Feb 2023 57,590 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2023 57,584 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working In mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 54,649 miles

Both front and rear suspension in rusty condition

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin About 85-90% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear felixs (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin About 80-85% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 51,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside mirror outer casing poor condition

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

plastic covers fitted preventing full inspection of vehicle underside

slight corrosion to underside suspension components

Pass 21 Feb 2020 49,916 miles

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

light corrosion to vehicle underside

Pass 12 Feb 2019 45,821 miles

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

long parking brake travel

Pass 9 Feb 2018 41,357 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Feb 2018 41,357 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 37,359 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 32,190 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2016 32,190 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 27,340 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 23,444 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 21,209 miles

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)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 18,924 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 15,582 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 DHO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DHO, 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 GU08 DHO registered?

GU08 DHO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GU08 DHO safe to buy?

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