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GU08 FSZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

164,166 mi
Last recorded164,166 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 164,166 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 156,846 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 156,846 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2023 152,600 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 144,748 miles

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))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 144,748 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (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))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 136,558 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2021 136,558 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 131,379 miles

front and rear suspension components slight corrosion present

Pass 10 May 2019 120,148 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking on outer edges getting close to wear indicators,recommend replacing soon. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking between outer treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2018 109,190 miles

all tyres slightly cracked at outer tread edges.o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 May 2017 98,746 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 89,484 miles

Offside headlamp output reduced slightly

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine trays fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2016 89,484 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside headlamp output reduced slightly

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine trays fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2015 81,188 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 72,474 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 63,581 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 47,449 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 32,704 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 FSZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FSZ, 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 FSZ registered?

GU08 FSZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is GU08 FSZ safe to buy?

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