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KV08 TEJ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

207,406 mi
Last recorded207,406 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 TEJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 207,406 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Jul 2024 204,835 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake modification unsafe Unacceptable repair to brake lines. (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

General surface corrosion apparent under vehicle on steering, brake and suspension components.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake slightly imbalanced. It would appear that the braking system may require adjustment or repair.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 200,452 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 193,608 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 191,975 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Fail 10 Aug 2020 191,973 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 13 Feb 2019 181,715 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 172,975 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 167,875 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 152,278 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 143,702 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 143,702 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 137,143 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 137,143 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 126,480 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 113,667 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 113,667 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 90,776 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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KV08 TEJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KV08 TEJ, 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 KV08 TEJ registered?

KV08 TEJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 17 April 2008.

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