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REZ 7279

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

124,100 mi
Last recorded124,100 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREZ 7279
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 124,100 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 124,099 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 123,803 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 123,803 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 123,505 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 123,488 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 122,326 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 119,523 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 Jan 2021 119,523 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 115,547 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2020 115,547 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 108,794 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 103,080 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 103,080 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2017 95,652 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 95,652 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2016 87,845 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 87,845 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 27 Jan 2015 79,793 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 79,793 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 73,227 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 69,378 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 69,298 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

both front brake discs showing signs of corrosion

Pass 3 Apr 2012 64,403 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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REZ 7279 is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 REZ 7279, 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 REZ 7279 registered?

REZ 7279 is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is REZ 7279 safe to buy?

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