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RK08 PFN

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,388 mi
Last recorded78,388 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 PFN
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 78,388 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively bothside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Brake cable damaged but not to excess bothside (1.1.15 (a))

front wipers smearing

Pass 11 May 2018 77,950 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 76,343 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 76,255 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 76,209 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 74,532 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Mar 2014 74,406 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid low

Pass 22 Mar 2013 72,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on outer edge

Fail 17 Mar 2012 67,277 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 67,277 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 67,206 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 39,973 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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RK08 PFN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 RK08 PFN, 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 RK08 PFN registered?

RK08 PFN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is RK08 PFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 PFN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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