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PJ08 SMU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

122,859 mi
Last recorded122,859 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 SMU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 122,859 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 116,287 miles

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

surface rust under car

Pass 12 Apr 2024 105,505 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 92,659 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 78,306 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 72,583 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rear shocks (5.3.2 (d))

Rear handbrake just met efficiency further investigation required/brake inspection

Pass 19 May 2020 70,377 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 0mm on inside (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 0mm on inside (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 0mm on inside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 65,801 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 May 2019 65,801 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 May 2018 60,901 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2018 60,901 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 25 May 2017 57,054 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 57,054 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 19 May 2016 52,144 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 52,144 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 47,552 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 May 2015 47,552 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2014 42,110 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres cracking badly (07 manufacture code) advise replacement

Pass 25 May 2013 38,531 miles

both rear tyres cracked on side walls

front pads low

Pass 25 May 2012 33,971 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 29,458 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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PJ08 SMU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol 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 PJ08 SMU, 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 PJ08 SMU registered?

PJ08 SMU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is PJ08 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ08 SMU 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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