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NU08 SYF

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

192,168 mi
Last recorded192,168 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 SYF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 192,168 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2025 170,863 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 146,305 miles
Pass 7 May 2023 122,676 miles
Fail 1 May 2023 122,581 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 118,747 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 109,030 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2021 108,843 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 95,324 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 88,000 miles

all four tyres deteriorated

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 20 Mar 2018 88,000 miles

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

all four tyres deteriorated

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 83,601 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 83,601 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 78,512 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 73,093 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 67,667 miles

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

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

brake fluid below max mark

Pass 20 Mar 2013 61,328 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 55,567 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 55,567 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 55,391 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 46,215 miles

brake pedal spongey

plastic shield/cover missing from across front of vehicle

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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NU08 SYF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc 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 NU08 SYF, 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 NU08 SYF registered?

NU08 SYF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is NU08 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU08 SYF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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