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GU08 ZWR

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

132,210 mi
Last recorded132,210 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 15 Feb 2026 132,210 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2024 121,213 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2024 120,671 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 103,765 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 94,872 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2019 82,845 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 74,876 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 69,432 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 57,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tyre perishing

Fail 16 Jul 2015 57,934 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 19 Jul 2014 49,862 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jul 2014 49,862 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers not checked

Pass 15 Jul 2013 40,212 miles

o/s/f inner tyre cracked & perished.

Pass 7 Jul 2012 29,948 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

front brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 2 Jul 2011 21,323 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 21,323 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Upper 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 ZWR is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 ZWR, 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 ZWR registered?

GU08 ZWR is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is GU08 ZWR safe to buy?

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