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MA08 XEG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

76,301 mi
Last recorded76,301 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 XEG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 76,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front/rear (0.1 (b))

gearbox bellhousing bolts missing/loose

Fail 30 Mar 2026 76,272 miles

Front Engine mounting excessively loose bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front/rear (0.1 (b))

gearbox bellhousing bolts missing/loose

Pass 9 Apr 2025 73,760 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 71,489 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 71,489 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 68,372 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 62,084 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2022 62,074 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 54,642 miles

Central stop light not working

Front number plate fading

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front signs of fluid leak can not see covers in the way

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 53,324 miles

Nearside Front drop link boot as small cut

front number plate fading

oil leak on engine

Pass 14 Mar 2019 49,733 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 46,323 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 41,657 miles

Centre stop light in-op unable to see wiring to unit

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Mar 2017 41,657 miles

Centre stop light in-op unable to see wiring to unit

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 37,860 miles

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

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

Offside 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 23 Mar 2015 34,353 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 31,118 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 27,496 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 27,496 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 23,052 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 18,699 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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MA08 XEG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MA08 XEG, 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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MA08 XEG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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