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LM57 SZV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

184,658 mi
Last recorded184,658 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2015
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 SZV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Jan 2015 184,658 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 184,658 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 155,258 miles

both front tyres 3mm

Pass 19 Jan 2013 129,003 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 129,003 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both offside tyres on 2mm

nearside front tyre on 3mm

Pass 26 Jan 2012 105,932 miles

both front tyres on 2mm

Pass 20 Jan 2011 87,209 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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LM57 SZV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LM57 SZV, 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 LM57 SZV registered?

LM57 SZV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is LM57 SZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 SZV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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