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KR57 PVK

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

188,728 mi
Last recorded188,728 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 PVK
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Apr 2025 188,728 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 175,766 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2022 169,830 miles
Pass 16 May 2021 160,812 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 146,355 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 146,308 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 138,312 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 129,582 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 129,553 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 108,749 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 13 Jan 2014 100,169 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 91,817 miles

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

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

Slight uneven wear on nearside rear tyre

Fail 23 Jan 2012 79,322 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 79,322 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 68,778 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Offside Rear 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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KR57 PVK is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc 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 KR57 PVK, 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 KR57 PVK registered?

KR57 PVK is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is KR57 PVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 PVK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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