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GU58 XOB

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

173,136 mi
Last recorded173,136 miles
Recorded on1 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 XOB
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2020 173,136 miles

Various suspension components and surround areas corroded .

Pass 16 Apr 2019 165,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake binding slightly

Offside Front Tyre worn on both edges

Various suspension components corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2018 157,498 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 157,498 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 149,487 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 139,833 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 131,394 miles

both front to rear brakes pipes corroded/pitted

side lights have a ting of blue

Fail 18 Apr 2015 131,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

both front to rear brakes pipes corroded/pitted

side lights have a ting of blue

Pass 14 Apr 2014 119,896 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 105,651 miles

rear discs slightly corrodid

Fail 23 Apr 2013 105,651 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

all brake discs corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2012 93,843 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 66,757 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 XOB is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XOB, 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 XOB registered?

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

Is GU58 XOB safe to buy?

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