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GU08 RUW

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

43,517 mi
Last recorded43,517 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 RUW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 43,517 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 39,066 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 36,482 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 36,462 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 36,121 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 35,629 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 35,379 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 35,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 34,716 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 33,143 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 31,996 miles

Nearside Rear 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 7 Mar 2016 30,364 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 28,224 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 26,433 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 24,268 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 8 Mar 2012 21,810 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 20,155 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 RUW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol 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 RUW, 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

How do I check the history of GU08 RUW?

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What year was GU08 RUW registered?

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

Is GU08 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 RUW 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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