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LP08 VEA

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

143,031 mi
Last recorded143,031 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 VEA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 143,031 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 140,409 miles

Front discs slightly worn

Pass 20 Sep 2017 140,081 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 138,242 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 138,242 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 135,537 miles

front discs slightly worn

rear discs slightly worn

Fail 25 Aug 2015 135,537 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

front discs slightly worn

osr tyre wearing on edge

rear discs slightly worn

Pass 26 Aug 2014 131,867 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front and osr tyres wearing on edges

Fail 26 Aug 2014 131,867 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front and osr tyres wearing on edges

Pass 16 Aug 2013 121,129 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front discs slightly worn

Pass 21 Aug 2012 106,915 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2012 106,913 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 98,099 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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LP08 VEA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LP08 VEA, 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 LP08 VEA registered?

LP08 VEA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 14 August 2008.

Is LP08 VEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 VEA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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