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GV08 DKA

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

131,244 mi
Last recorded131,244 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 DKA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 131,244 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 127,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 124,421 miles

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 117,395 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 117,395 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 110,850 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 106,088 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Nov 2019 102,119 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 99,277 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Dec 2017 94,969 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 94,969 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2016 88,254 miles

cracked windscreen

Pass 14 Dec 2015 75,533 miles

Front both tyres are worn on the inner & outer shoulders

Pass 13 Nov 2014 63,675 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 46,876 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 46,766 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2012 35,450 miles

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

o/s rear tyre wearing on inner shoulder

small tear in n/s front tyre sidewall

Pass 27 Apr 2011 26,131 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

n/s/f washer jet requires slight attention

Fail 21 Apr 2011 25,943 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

n/s/f washer jet requires slight attention

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 DKA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GV08 DKA, 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 DKA registered?

GV08 DKA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is GV08 DKA safe to buy?

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