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KW57 LNU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

295,393 mi
Last recorded295,393 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW57 LNU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 295,393 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 277,136 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2022 277,069 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 256,924 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 242,762 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 218,135 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 195,641 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 31 Mar 2018 195,641 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 173,954 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 161,102 miles

Engine covers fitted

Hand break could do with slight adjustments

Near side rear brake pads getting low

Under trays fitted

Vehicle smoking during emissions

Pass 23 Mar 2015 148,057 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Slight lump O/S/F Tyre as marked

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Mar 2015 148,057 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Slight lump O/S/F Tyre as marked

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 136,063 miles

Both rear tyres 3mm 225/50/17

Engine oil level low also noise from turbo area during emissions

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

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

O/S/F Tyre has cut on outer side wakll but not to cord 215/50/17

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Mar 2014 135,970 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Both rear tyres 3mm 225/50/17

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine oil level low also noise from turbo area during emissions

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

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

O/S/F Tyre has cut on outer side wakll but not to cord 215/50/17

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2013 122,165 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 11,310 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 93,791 miles

front and rear brake pads are wearing thin

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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KW57 LNU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KW57 LNU, 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 KW57 LNU registered?

KW57 LNU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 15 February 2008.

Is KW57 LNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW57 LNU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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