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GV08 DLN

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

137,409 mi
Last recorded137,409 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2024 137,409 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2024 137,389 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2023 133,082 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 133,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 126,853 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 121,012 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 118,679 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 112,458 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 112,406 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 104,023 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 95,044 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin near limit (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 85,174 miles

Front brake application and release slightly uneven at about 28% imbalanced

Suspension Components corroded.

Fail 9 Mar 2016 85,174 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front brake application and release slightly uneven at about 28% imbalanced

Rear brake application and release slightly uneven at about 28% imbalanced

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

Suspension Components corroded.

Pass 12 Mar 2015 75,237 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 66,715 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 56,487 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 45,235 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 32,165 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 DLN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DLN, 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 DLN registered?

GV08 DLN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is GV08 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 DLN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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