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LR08 YJG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

117,305 mi
Last recorded117,305 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 YJG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 117,305 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear underside corroded inc all suspension components

Fail 18 Mar 2026 117,305 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear underside corroded inc all suspension components

Pass 20 Mar 2025 150,109 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front and rear n/s and o/s frame, mountings, prescribed area, springs, arms and other suspension components corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2024 114,074 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under front and rear suspension mountings area springs, arms, frame and others components corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2023 110,275 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

front and rear frame and others suspension components and area corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2022 104,017 miles

rear frame and others components and mountings, and arms are corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2021 96,083 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 93,073 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 88,689 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 83,124 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 22 Mar 2017 78,095 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 72,579 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 66,717 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 62,522 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 56,541 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 49,755 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 49,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 40,003 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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LR08 YJG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LR08 YJG, 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 LR08 YJG registered?

LR08 YJG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 14 April 2008.

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The MOT history for LR08 YJG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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