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GU08 ZHC

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

101,887 mi
Last recorded101,887 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 ZHC
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 101,887 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jun 2026 101,887 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 98,530 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 91,939 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 84,428 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 77,065 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 71,002 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 65,472 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 57,963 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 52,637 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 47,174 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 42,567 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 38,157 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 34,587 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 29,868 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 23,502 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 19,101 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 ZHC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel 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 ZHC, 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 ZHC registered?

GU08 ZHC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is GU08 ZHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 ZHC 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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