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GY08 YPL

2008 Toyota Avensis

Red Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

139,357 mi
Last recorded139,357 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 YPL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 139,357 miles

engine cover fitted

front no.plate damaged

general corrosion including brake pipes and suspension components

some travel in brake

Pass 20 Mar 2017 122,251 miles

fog light switch sticking

no plate deteriorating

some imbalance rear brake

Fail 20 Mar 2017 122,250 miles

Nearside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front tyres wearing low

fog light switch sticking

no plate deteriorating

some imbalance rear brake

Pass 30 Mar 2016 104,471 miles

front reg.plate deteriorating

some imbalance rear brakes

Fail 30 Mar 2016 104,471 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front reg.plate deteriorating

some imbalance rear brakes

Pass 12 Mar 2015 84,900 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 68,059 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 51,642 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 35,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 35,883 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 24,808 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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GY08 YPL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GY08 YPL, 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 GY08 YPL registered?

GY08 YPL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is GY08 YPL safe to buy?

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