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GV08 YGT

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,832 mi
Last recorded50,832 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 50,832 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2026 50,832 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 46,664 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2025 46,664 miles

Fuel pipe insecure filler neck (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 41,324 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 40,876 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 40,663 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 40,321 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 40,116 miles

Both front wishbones and subframe slight surface corrosion

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 37,852 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 36,097 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 34,177 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 30,741 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 28,140 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 24,281 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 19,944 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 16,452 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,536 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 YGT is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YGT, 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

How do I check the history of GV08 YGT?

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What year was GV08 YGT registered?

GV08 YGT is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is GV08 YGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 YGT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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