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GV08 WGA

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

290,804 mi
Last recorded290,804 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 WGA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 290,804 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 290,639 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 235,556 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 179,535 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 179,535 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 122,689 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 109,485 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 81,037 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 46,995 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 15,148 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 WGA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 WGA, 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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What year was GV08 WGA registered?

GV08 WGA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is GV08 WGA safe to buy?

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