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HK08 HWS

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,153 mi
Last recorded98,153 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 HWS
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 98,153 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low advise to change asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 95,595 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 93,200 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2023 91,047 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2023 91,037 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 87,401 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 84,543 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 81,980 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 80,409 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 80,409 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 72,194 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 72,194 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 61,837 miles

Corrosion forming on underside of vehicle

Fail 6 Jun 2017 61,837 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Corrosion forming on underside of vehicle

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 53,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 53,385 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 46,368 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 46,368 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 39,412 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 33,665 miles

both front tyres on 3mm tread (205/5516)

front brake discs lipped

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 23 Jun 2012 26,338 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 19,738 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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HK08 HWS is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 HK08 HWS, 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 HK08 HWS registered?

HK08 HWS is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is HK08 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 HWS shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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