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GU08 KUW

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,186 mi
Last recorded123,186 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 KUW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 123,186 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Nov 2024 116,951 miles

Front under tray missing / damaged

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside front inner arch liner insecure

Pass 20 Dec 2023 112,239 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 99,146 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Fail 25 Nov 2022 99,146 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 83,793 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 69,569 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 69,569 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 53,079 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 52,165 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 49,024 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 45,324 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 41,838 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 37,363 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 33,500 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 29,077 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 24,850 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 19,156 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 KUW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KUW, 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 KUW registered?

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

Is GU08 KUW safe to buy?

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