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RK08 UPC

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

71,392 mi
Last recorded71,392 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 UPC
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 71,392 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 66,677 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 61,711 miles

Rear Washer jet inoperative

Pass 30 Dec 2022 55,378 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 50,027 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear N/s and o/s inner sills showing signs of corrosion

Pass 14 Jan 2021 45,144 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 41,269 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 35,716 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 29,643 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 29,643 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 27,373 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2014 23,701 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 19,928 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 16,289 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 12,235 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 UPC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 UPC, 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 RK08 UPC?

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What year was RK08 UPC registered?

RK08 UPC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is RK08 UPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 UPC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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