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GU08 UMX

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Lpg 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

185,100 mi
Last recorded185,100 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 UMX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 185,100 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 180,159 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 180,154 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.6.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 159,882 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 128,144 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 128,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 99,037 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 98,076 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working Side light inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 84,567 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 84,462 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 74,244 miles

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable slight corroded (5.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 70,766 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 20 Feb 2020 70,766 miles

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 68,146 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 65,348 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2018 65,305 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 62,469 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 59,747 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2015 56,778 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 56,778 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 52,807 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 42,866 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 34,313 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 34,313 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 24,541 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 24,541 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 UMX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,794cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UMX, 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 UMX registered?

GU08 UMX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is GU08 UMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 UMX shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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