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GU08 RVL

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

169,142 mi
Last recorded169,142 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 169,142 miles

suspect slight play n/s inner track rod

Pass 6 Sep 2017 161,765 miles

N/S/R TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

Pass 7 Mar 2017 152,505 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2017 152,500 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 145,249 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 141,000 miles

Nearside Rear Handbrake cable outer casing worn through to inner casing

Offside Rear Hand brake cable outer casing worn through to inner casing

Rear Rear brake pads low

slight oil leak from gearbox area

Pass 3 Sep 2015 120,701 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened chaffed through to metal (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened chaffed through to metal (3.5.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 100,469 miles

FIRST AID KIT NOT SEALED[28 DAY HACKNEY REPAIR]

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 80,377 miles

O/S Door mirror loose

Pass 25 Mar 2014 61,615 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 41,347 miles

o/s/f brake flexi pipe slight twist

Pass 11 Mar 2013 39,283 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 39,283 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 32,747 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 26,015 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 RVL 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 86.7%.

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 RVL, 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 RVL registered?

GU08 RVL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is GU08 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 RVL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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