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GV08 BTZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

79,361 mi
Last recorded79,361 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 BTZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 79,361 miles

near side rear suspension arm corroded

Fail 12 May 2026 79,361 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

near side rear suspension arm corroded

Pass 7 May 2025 76,945 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 74,130 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 71,177 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 67,392 miles

Front registration plate damaged

Fail 26 Apr 2022 67,392 miles

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

Front registration plate damaged

Pass 11 May 2021 62,245 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2020 58,916 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 58,914 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 54,364 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 49,469 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 45,189 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 45,189 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 40,388 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 40,387 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR AT HOSE JOINT (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR AT HOSE JOINT (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 35,493 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 30,485 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 25,247 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 20,379 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 15,668 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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GV08 BTZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GV08 BTZ, 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 GV08 BTZ registered?

GV08 BTZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is GV08 BTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 BTZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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