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LV08 MVW

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,515 mi
Last recorded155,515 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 MVW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 155,515 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 8 May 2018 155,515 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front drive shaft damaged (2.5.C.2a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 252,469 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 220,216 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both wipers split at edges

Pass 27 Apr 2015 181,599 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2014 153,628 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 8 May 2014 149,519 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill cover fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2014 146,310 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2013 127,021 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 98,376 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2012 98,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 74,933 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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LV08 MVW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LV08 MVW, 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 LV08 MVW registered?

LV08 MVW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is LV08 MVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 MVW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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