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PX08 XXE

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

156,170 mi
Last recorded156,170 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 XXE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 156,170 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 131,805 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired slight crack (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 129,835 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 5 Apr 2016 129,835 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 118,193 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 115,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 115,026 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 112,149 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2015 112,138 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 109,012 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 109,007 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 106,214 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 103,042 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 103,033 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 93,082 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 93,054 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 82,220 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 64,103 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 38,960 miles

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

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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PX08 XXE is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 PX08 XXE, 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 PX08 XXE registered?

PX08 XXE is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is PX08 XXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX08 XXE shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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