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GU08 DLF

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

47,757 mi
Last recorded47,757 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 DLF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 47,757 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 43,590 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 39,353 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 34,109 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 29,890 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 25,040 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 25,036 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2020 25,023 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 24,703 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 22,085 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 19,869 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 19,762 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 19,356 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre slightly perished but does not have ply/cords exposed

Pass 10 Mar 2014 18,919 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 18,180 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 17,820 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 17,465 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 DLF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DLF, 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 GU08 DLF registered?

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

Is GU08 DLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 DLF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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