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MK08 THG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

135,395 mi
Last recorded135,395 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 THG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2024 135,395 miles

under side rust

Pass 24 Feb 2023 125,952 miles

underside of vehicle has surface rust

Pass 9 Mar 2022 122,009 miles

Coil spring corroded All four. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Underneath of vehicle starting to corrode including most components.

Fail 8 Mar 2022 122,009 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded All four. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Underneath of vehicle starting to corrode including most components.

Pass 9 Mar 2021 120,546 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 120,546 miles

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 118,332 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 108,758 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 100,449 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 88,646 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 77,931 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 77,931 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 68,401 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 57,423 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 57,423 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear discs scored where pads have worn metal to metal

Pass 7 Mar 2013 43,345 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 33,010 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Feb 2011 20,028 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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MK08 THG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MK08 THG, 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 MK08 THG registered?

MK08 THG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is MK08 THG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 THG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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