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PL08 VPR

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

212,998 mi
Last recorded212,998 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 VPR
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2024 212,998 miles

All Suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2024 212,998 miles

All Suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 202,337 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 197,162 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 194,011 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 191,082 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 187,093 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 181,950 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 169,187 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 160,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 150,766 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 135,882 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 124,363 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 111,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 99,197 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 99,197 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 May 2014 85,653 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 73,644 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 61,824 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 53,653 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 49,309 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 49,309 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 39,264 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

nearside rear seat belt twisted

rear discs scored

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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PL08 VPR is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 PL08 VPR, 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 PL08 VPR registered?

PL08 VPR is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is PL08 VPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 VPR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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