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RE58 VLG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

211,774 mi
Last recorded211,774 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE58 VLG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2018 211,774 miles

Undertray and engine covers fitted

Fail 20 Oct 2018 211,774 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Undertray and engine covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2017 204,559 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 204,558 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 185,582 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 185,582 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 164,409 miles

both rear tyres low

just past emissions

Fail 6 Oct 2015 164,409 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres low

just past emissions

Fail 29 Oct 2014 149,323 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 149,323 miles

Nearside Front 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 24 Sep 2013 125,838 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 125,838 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 102,198 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 77,651 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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RE58 VLG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 RE58 VLG, 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 RE58 VLG registered?

RE58 VLG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 23 October 2008.

Is RE58 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE58 VLG shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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