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GU08 UMZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

101,308 mi
Last recorded101,308 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 101,308 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 98,483 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 90,504 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 82,670 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside front and both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Mar 2018 82,670 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside front and both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 77,119 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both rear tyres starting to perish

offside front tyre inner tread pattern worn

Pass 9 Mar 2016 68,476 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 59,025 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 51,310 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 43,061 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 35,219 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 26,321 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 UMZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 UMZ, 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 UMZ?

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What year was GU08 UMZ registered?

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

Is GU08 UMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 UMZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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