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LN08 GSU

2008 Toyota Vitz

Silver Petrol 990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,125 mi
Last recorded133,125 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Vitz70,951 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN08 GSU
MakeToyota
ModelVitz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine990cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 133,125 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 20 May 2025 102,785 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 102,785 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 95,084 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 95,084 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2023 91,057 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 22 May 2023 91,057 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 80,310 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (upper & lower) (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2022 80,299 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (upper & lower) (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 65,555 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 46,661 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 74,048 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Vitz?

Based on 9,901 MOT tests across 2,540 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
4,121
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 71
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LN08 GSU is a 2008 Toyota Vitz in Silver with a 990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Vitz models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 70,951 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 Vitz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LN08 GSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Vitz typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Vitz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LN08 GSU registered?

LN08 GSU is a 2008 Toyota Vitz, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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