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GU58 ZZY

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,408 mi
Last recorded156,408 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 ZZY
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 156,408 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 152,648 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 148,848 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 146,532 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 144,530 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 142,423 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 142,423 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2019 139,054 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2019 139,054 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working led light (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 124,335 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 124,335 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 106,700 miles

front tyres worn on inner treads

Fail 9 Jan 2018 106,700 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front tyres worn on inner treads

Pass 16 Jan 2017 89,224 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 89,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 79,601 miles

front brake discs quite worn

nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Jan 2015 74,248 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 69,669 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 69,669 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 61,108 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 43,323 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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 ZZY is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GU58 ZZY, 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 ZZY registered?

GU58 ZZY is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 November 2008.

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The MOT history for GU58 ZZY shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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