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LR57 XGU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

69,492 mi
Last recorded69,492 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 XGU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 69,492 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s , n/s (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s , n/s (5.2.3 (e))

general underbody and suspension components corrosion

Pass 23 Jan 2025 67,537 miles

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and Rear All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All (5.3.6 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2024 65,576 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 62,413 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 55,228 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 50,460 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 45,859 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 38,097 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 33,446 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 29,529 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 27,621 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 25,452 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 25,452 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 22,937 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 18 Jan 2013 19,496 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 16,709 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 12,962 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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LR57 XGU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LR57 XGU, 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.

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What year was LR57 XGU registered?

LR57 XGU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is LR57 XGU safe to buy?

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