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HK08 HVZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,971 mi
Last recorded85,971 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 HVZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 85,971 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 80,208 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 72,602 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 64,815 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 56,023 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 49,273 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 49,273 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 43,272 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 34,588 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 33,444 miles

both front wiper blades split

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 24 Feb 2016 33,444 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front front brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)

Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded (3.5.1i)

both front wiper blades split

Pass 11 Jun 2014 32,278 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 32,275 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 28,516 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 28,516 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 28 May 2011 22,073 miles

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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HK08 HVZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel 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 HK08 HVZ, 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

How do I check the history of HK08 HVZ?

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What year was HK08 HVZ registered?

HK08 HVZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is HK08 HVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 HVZ shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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