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MD08 DYX

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

87,611 mi
Last recorded87,611 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD08 DYX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 87,611 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 87,611 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2022 84,851 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 84,851 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 81,757 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 81,757 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 78,642 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 78,642 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 75,910 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 75,910 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 68,515 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 64,958 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 64,958 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 60,645 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 57,363 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 53,454 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre stop light inop

general underbody surface rust

n/s/f tyre has deep cut but not to cords

turbo whine

Fail 22 Aug 2014 53,454 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre stop light inop

general underbody surface rust

n/s/f tyre has deep cut but not to cords

turbo whine

windscreen very dirty

Fail 8 Aug 2013 46,500 miles

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

handbrake travel (not to stop)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 46,500 miles

handbrake travel (not to stop)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 37,960 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 27,779 miles

advise front pads wearing low advise travel in handbrake

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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MD08 DYX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MD08 DYX, 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 MD08 DYX registered?

MD08 DYX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is MD08 DYX safe to buy?

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