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NG08 VRE

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

238,054 mi
Last recorded238,054 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG08 VRE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 238,054 miles

Coolant leak radiator ()

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 219,618 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2018 202,013 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 193,214 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 178,824 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 167,811 miles

Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to cause a short rodent damage near battery and air filter (1.9.2b)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 149,440 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 122,924 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 106,123 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres 3 to 4 mm

Pass 18 Apr 2013 106,123 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres 3 to 4 mm

Pass 26 Apr 2012 85,878 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 85,878 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 64,432 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front discs 75 % worn

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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NG08 VRE is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 NG08 VRE, 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 NG08 VRE registered?

NG08 VRE is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is NG08 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG08 VRE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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