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LM08 ZUA

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

147,582 mi
Last recorded147,582 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 ZUA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 147,582 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 147,582 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 147,182 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 143,091 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords as marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2020 136,813 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 126,719 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 126,719 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 113,917 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 Mar 2018 113,917 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 109,265 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 109,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2016 105,060 miles

Both outer sills covered.

Low emitter - no emission paperwork.

Surface corrosion under vehicle.

Under front of vehicle covered.

Pass 15 Apr 2015 96,366 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2015 96,366 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 90,419 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 90,419 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 81,849 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 54,714 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 4 Apr 2011 39,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 39,024 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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LM08 ZUA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 LM08 ZUA, 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 LM08 ZUA registered?

LM08 ZUA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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