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GU58 VHE

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,280 mi
Last recorded99,280 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 VHE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 99,280 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2025 99,280 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 85,435 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 74,986 miles

Foot brake pedal has travel

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad worn more than the others (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Wipers smearing slightly

Fail 21 Dec 2023 74,985 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Side repeater not working Indicator unit in wing mirror LED (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Foot brake pedal has travel

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad worn more than the others (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Wipers smearing slightly

Pass 29 Nov 2022 60,467 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Outer CV boot has a small hole in it allowing grease to weep (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Center stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 49,799 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 47,430 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 44,797 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 42,385 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 38,440 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 34,817 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 31,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

internal adjuster altered to recheck headlamp aims

Pass 9 Dec 2014 28,097 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 28,097 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 24,663 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 20,013 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 15,418 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 VHE is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VHE, 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 VHE registered?

GU58 VHE is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 December 2008.

Is GU58 VHE safe to buy?

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