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GU08 UMG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,673 mi
Last recorded66,673 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 UMG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 66,673 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 64,848 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 63,142 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 60,621 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 58,943 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 58,018 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 56,046 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 52,944 miles

both front tyres cracked

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 13 Sep 2017 49,411 miles

all four tyres deteriorated and cracked

Pass 15 Sep 2016 46,408 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 40,102 miles

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2014 36,658 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 32,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 32,700 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 32,685 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 25,751 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking in the tread

offside rear tyre cracking in the tread

Pass 5 Mar 2011 19,584 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 UMG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black 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 UMG, 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 UMG registered?

GU08 UMG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is GU08 UMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 UMG 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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