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GV08 WKL

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

128,181 mi
Last recorded128,181 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 WKL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 128,181 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 124,611 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 120,568 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 114,888 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 110,952 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 109,399 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Apr 2021 109,399 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 108,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f tyre wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f tyre wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 105,658 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 98,787 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 89,310 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 79,934 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 70,026 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 62,869 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 54,926 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 42,743 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 36,813 miles

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

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

Offside Rear 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 WKL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 WKL, 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 WKL registered?

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

Is GV08 WKL safe to buy?

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