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GU08 VAA

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

186,746 mi
Last recorded186,746 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 VAA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2017 186,746 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 183,436 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight blow from exhaust flexi

Pass 17 Oct 2016 171,754 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 162,594 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides going to flexi pipes (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2015 147,272 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides going into flexi pipes (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2015 134,268 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2014 125,347 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 115,429 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 114,736 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 84,256 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 55,687 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 VAA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VAA, 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.

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What year was GU08 VAA registered?

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

Is GU08 VAA safe to buy?

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