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GU58 DHJ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

160,456 mi
Last recorded160,456 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 DHJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2023 160,456 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe/Suspension components corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 146,552 miles

Front and rear suspension badly corroded

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside rear Tyre going out of shape on inner edge

Fail 26 Aug 2022 146,552 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front and rear suspension badly corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Also starting to perish (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside rear Tyre going out of shape on inner edge

Pass 7 Sep 2021 134,045 miles

slight travel on footbrake

Fail 3 Sep 2021 134,045 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

slight travel on footbrake

Pass 15 Aug 2020 111,095 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 101,305 miles

Front suspension components showing signs of corrosion

Rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion

Fail 6 Sep 2019 101,305 miles

Front suspension components showing signs of corrosion

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear suspension components showing signs of corrosion

Pass 7 Sep 2018 85,962 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 77,515 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 70,499 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 62,669 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 55,567 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 49,582 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 42,978 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 36,791 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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GU58 DHJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,995cc 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 DHJ, 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 GU58 DHJ registered?

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

Is GU58 DHJ safe to buy?

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