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HV08 KVX

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

156,557 mi
Last recorded156,557 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 KVX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 156,557 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general corrosion to under body and components

Pass 22 Oct 2019 150,991 miles

general under body corrosion

Fail 22 Oct 2019 150,991 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

general under body corrosion

Pass 23 Apr 2018 142,640 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 135,242 miles

advise brake pedal slighty soft new discs and pads all round,brake fluid spillage o/s/f

Pass 11 Apr 2016 128,821 miles

Offside Rear tyre nailed

Fail 7 Apr 2016 128,764 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear tyre nailed

Pass 18 Mar 2015 119,875 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside front tyre devoid of tread on the outer edge

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

Fail 13 Mar 2015 119,852 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside front tyre devoid of tread on the outer edge

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 100,259 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 81,951 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 77,650 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 66,376 miles

noise from rear wheels when rotated

signs of front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 20 Mar 2012 66,376 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

noise from rear wheels when rotated

signs of front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 17 Mar 2011 48,529 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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HV08 KVX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HV08 KVX, 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 HV08 KVX registered?

HV08 KVX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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