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GV08 DKL

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

138,995 mi
Last recorded138,995 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 138,995 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underbody general corrosion

Pass 30 Jan 2025 130,452 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms corroded front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underbody corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2024 123,797 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 ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underbody corroded

Pass 3 Feb 2023 116,704 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 3 Feb 2023 116,704 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Jan 2022 113,143 miles

Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Jan 2022 113,143 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 107,765 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 106,810 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 97,564 miles

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

Handbrake travel close to maximum

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 87,034 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 73,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm wearing off on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm wearing off on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Apr 2017 73,498 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm wearing off on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm wearing off on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 66,546 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2016 66,546 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 61,285 miles

rear brake pads look low

Fail 13 Apr 2015 61,285 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake pads look low

Pass 15 Apr 2014 54,499 miles

Front wipers slightly smear

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 49,099 miles

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

nearside front tyre is starting to wear on both edges

Pass 4 Apr 2012 37,463 miles

front brake discs worn/lipped

Pass 1 Apr 2011 24,968 miles

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

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 DKL 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 DKL, 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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GV08 DKL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 7 April 2008.

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