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GV58 FNJ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

218,857 mi
Last recorded218,857 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV58 FNJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 218,857 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 204,708 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 181,461 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 147,992 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 124,705 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 104,081 miles

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring view of some components

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm to 0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm to 0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 24 Oct 2018 104,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring view of some components

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm to 0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Door check strap missing and door frame damaged

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5mm to 0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 2 Nov 2017 91,604 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 91,604 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 76,191 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

no gas blast detected at time of test

Fail 27 Oct 2016 76,191 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

no gas blast detected at time of test

Pass 6 Nov 2015 60,514 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade slightly smearing

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

Offside Front wiper blade slightly smearing

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 52,487 miles

Nearside front tyre sidewall is damaged but no cords visible

Offside front washer jet performance seems low

Fail 28 Oct 2013 44,308 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2013 44,308 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2012 37,090 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

non misfuel cap fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2011 28,107 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

fuelsafe cap fitted to filler

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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GV58 FNJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GV58 FNJ, 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 GV58 FNJ registered?

GV58 FNJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 24 November 2008.

Is GV58 FNJ safe to buy?

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