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GV08 ZNL

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

74,430 mi
Last recorded74,430 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 ZNL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 74,430 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 64,288 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded O/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 64,274 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded O/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 60,781 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/s & n/s to flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 56,389 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 51,304 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened O/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2021 51,304 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn O/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened O/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 46,948 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 43,071 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 38,614 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 34,048 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 28,612 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s & n/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2015 23,067 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 16,970 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 11,660 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 7,781 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 6,084 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 ZNL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ZNL, 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 ZNL registered?

GV08 ZNL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is GV08 ZNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 ZNL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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