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GY08 YWD

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,307 mi
Last recorded41,307 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 YWD
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2026 41,307 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 40,072 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 38,720 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 37,337 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 36,252 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 34,632 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 33,407 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 31,233 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 28,696 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 26,495 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 24,963 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 23,183 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 21,424 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 19,882 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 18,365 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 14,655 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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 YWD is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GY08 YWD, 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 GY08 YWD registered?

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

Is GY08 YWD safe to buy?

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