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RE08 GZS

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

107,253 mi
Last recorded107,253 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 GZS
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 107,253 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 104,451 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 102,180 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 98,882 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 98,882 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 95,756 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 95,756 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 93,014 miles

Body panel slightly loose body slightly damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 90,598 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 90,598 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 87,662 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 87,662 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 84,177 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 84,177 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 79,962 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2017 79,962 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 75,546 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 70,156 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 66,227 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 62,611 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 49,026 miles

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)

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

Fail 22 Jun 2011 41,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 41,377 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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RE08 GZS is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 RE08 GZS, 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

How do I check the history of RE08 GZS?

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What year was RE08 GZS registered?

RE08 GZS is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is RE08 GZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 GZS shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE08 GZS have outstanding finance?

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