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NC08 XAR

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,217 mi
Last recorded99,217 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC08 XAR
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2020 99,217 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 97,319 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 92,943 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

both rear tyres have slight tread separation

Pass 13 Feb 2017 89,476 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

both front tyres wearing edges, n/s/f tyre valve cracking, both handbrake cables chafed

Fail 10 Feb 2017 89,475 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

both front tyres wearing edges, n/s/f tyre valve cracking, both handbrake cables chafed

Pass 5 Feb 2016 83,102 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear inner wing area (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Feb 2016 83,102 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear inner wing area (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 77,888 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 71,840 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre going out of shape inner edge .

Pass 16 Nov 2012 64,525 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 52,425 miles

n.s.f road wheel damaged and tyre has slight cuts on outer wall

Fail 31 May 2011 52,425 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n.s.f road wheel damaged and tyre has slight cuts on outer wall

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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NC08 XAR is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NC08 XAR, 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 NC08 XAR registered?

NC08 XAR is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is NC08 XAR safe to buy?

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