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GU08 HLD

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

158,537 mi
Last recorded158,537 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 HLD
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 158,537 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 153,603 miles

Exhaust mounting defective mid mounting corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 151,013 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 151,013 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 148,512 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 148,512 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 140,500 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 125,065 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 116,198 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 100,608 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 79,317 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 61,664 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 54,029 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 53,845 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 43,850 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front discs worn

Pass 6 Nov 2010 32,373 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 HLD is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HLD, 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 HLD registered?

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

Is GU08 HLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 HLD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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