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RA08 KNM

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

185,612 mi
Last recorded185,612 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 KNM
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 185,612 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 182,179 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

parking brake little reserve travel

Pass 10 Jul 2018 179,419 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2018 179,419 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 148,266 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 196,315 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 167,165 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 133,492 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 104,489 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 75,104 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 74,863 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 56,471 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 56,471 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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RA08 KNM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RA08 KNM, 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 RA08 KNM registered?

RA08 KNM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is RA08 KNM safe to buy?

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