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GU08 OEP

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

178,651 mi
Last recorded178,651 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2024 178,651 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 168,756 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 152,337 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 140,039 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 125,284 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 112,815 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 96,299 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 76,876 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 65,730 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 56,284 miles

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

Offside Front 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 10 Mar 2014 45,749 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 38,910 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 34,249 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 27,066 miles

advise unable to fully inspect outer sills plastic skirts fitted.

Fail 1 Mar 2011 27,066 miles

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

advise unable to fully inspect outer sills plastic skirts fitted.

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 OEP is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 OEP, 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 OEP registered?

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

Is GU08 OEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 OEP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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