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GV08 XAA

2008 Toyota Avensis

Red Lpg 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

154,156 mi
Last recorded154,156 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 XAA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2023 154,156 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 146,951 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 135,850 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2020 132,368 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 120,022 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 120,022 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 101,756 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 101,756 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 85,473 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 85,473 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2016 76,752 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 76,752 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2015 70,562 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 70,562 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 62,821 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 55,182 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 54,030 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 53,413 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2011 40,399 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Fail 26 Apr 2011 40,399 miles

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

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

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

front brake discs worn

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 XAA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,794cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 XAA, 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 XAA registered?

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

Is GV08 XAA safe to buy?

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