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GV08 TVL

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,718 mi
Last recorded102,718 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 TVL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 102,718 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 100,179 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 97,305 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 95,266 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 87,549 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake outer sheathing (1.1.15 (a))

Central Stop lamp not working

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 82,856 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 78,845 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 74,660 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 74,660 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 68,635 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 60,772 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2013 60,772 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2012 49,801 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 49,801 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 39,969 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 TVL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TVL, 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 TVL registered?

GV08 TVL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is GV08 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 TVL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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