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RF57 RUW

2008 Toyota Avensis

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147,964 mi
Last recorded147,964 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF57 RUW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2024 147,964 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 May 2024 147,964 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 128,654 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 109,098 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 92,439 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 79,406 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 73,871 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 66,340 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 58,665 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 58,665 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 51,737 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 47,328 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

nsr tyre wall slight damage

plastic trim on sills

Pass 8 Apr 2013 37,954 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 30,972 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 25,365 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 23,248 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)

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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RF57 RUW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RF57 RUW, 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 RF57 RUW registered?

RF57 RUW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 15 January 2008.

Is RF57 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF57 RUW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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