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PN08 ZYV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

142,123 mi
Last recorded142,123 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 ZYV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 142,123 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 138,361 miles
Pass 8 May 2022 132,942 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 124,773 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 103,325 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 92,946 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 82,270 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 82,270 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 71,516 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 62,318 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 49,816 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 49,816 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 39,451 miles

Front Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 39,451 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 24,846 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 24,846 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 15,367 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 15,367 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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PN08 ZYV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 PN08 ZYV, 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 PN08 ZYV registered?

PN08 ZYV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is PN08 ZYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN08 ZYV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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