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GV08 WKJ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,338 mi
Last recorded98,338 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 WKJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 98,338 miles

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

o/s/r brake binding slightly.

Pass 27 Jan 2017 87,566 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 76,491 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 66,403 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 57,124 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 47,163 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 47,163 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 38,118 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 38,118 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 25,876 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 25,876 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 WKJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WKJ, 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 WKJ registered?

GV08 WKJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is GV08 WKJ safe to buy?

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