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LY08 CWZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

77,085 mi
Last recorded77,085 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 CWZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 77,085 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 76,122 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 74,481 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 72,931 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High Level Stop Lamp (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 71,169 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2021 71,168 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 70,050 miles

Offside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine cover & under tray fitted.

Pass 7 Nov 2019 68,399 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 66,070 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 64,162 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 61,215 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2015 57,907 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 53,253 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 53,253 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 44,699 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 35,685 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 28,515 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 28,515 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2011 22,275 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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LY08 CWZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 LY08 CWZ, 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

How do I check the history of LY08 CWZ?

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What year was LY08 CWZ registered?

LY08 CWZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is LY08 CWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 CWZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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