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GU08 ULK

2008 Toyota Avensis

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

207,944 mi
Last recorded207,944 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 ULK
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 207,944 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 207,944 miles

Emissions unable to be completed major leak rear joint area (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 200,544 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 200,544 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 195,731 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 193,416 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 93,979 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 93,978 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 65,545 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 28,278 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 27,482 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 25,007 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 22,347 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 19,259 miles

Nail in rear tyre

The offside wiper has split but is still clearing the windscreen

Pass 23 Feb 2011 14,615 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 ULK is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ULK, 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 ULK registered?

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

Is GU08 ULK safe to buy?

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