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GV08 YGX

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,866 mi
Last recorded174,866 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 YGX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 174,866 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 174,865 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2022 155,130 miles

BOTTOM ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 142,086 miles

BOTTOM ENGINE COVERS FITTED

Pass 13 Jun 2019 126,539 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 14 Jun 2018 111,579 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 95,493 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

high level stop lamp not working

Pass 23 Apr 2016 80,646 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2015 69,185 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2014 64,476 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 64,476 miles

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

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 57,772 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 57,771 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 50,042 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 40,951 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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 YGX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YGX, 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 YGX registered?

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

Is GV08 YGX safe to buy?

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