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GU08 VBB

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

98,231 mi
Last recorded98,231 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 VBB
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 98,231 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 98,231 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2025 94,103 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 91,491 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 89,108 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 86,436 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 84,247 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 82,748 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 80,334 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 78,092 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 75,635 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 76,202 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 69,745 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 69,745 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 67,601 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 58,202 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 45,220 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2012 45,220 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 34,025 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 VBB is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VBB, 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 VBB registered?

GU08 VBB is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is GU08 VBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 VBB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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