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GU58 BZY

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

128,367 mi
Last recorded128,367 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 BZY
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 128,367 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 119,659 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

parking brake travel could be improved

rear inner sills has surface corrosion

rear subframe has surface corrosion

Pass 18 May 2021 116,186 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 109,186 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2020 109,185 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2020 109,103 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2019 99,705 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 88,269 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 78,471 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2017 78,471 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 74,775 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 66,806 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 61,163 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 54,571 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 50,182 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 39,006 miles

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

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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GU58 BZY 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 81.3%.

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 GU58 BZY, 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 GU58 BZY registered?

GU58 BZY is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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The MOT history for GU58 BZY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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