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SA08 VHP

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

235,741 mi
Last recorded235,741 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA08 VHP
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 235,741 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources offside (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2025 235,741 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources offside (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 228,383 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going into rear ferrules both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear suspension components are corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2023 225,674 miles

Front to rear surface corrosion

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 219,761 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 219,761 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 212,159 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 198,205 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 188,994 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Aug 2018 182,808 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 170,607 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 159,237 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 155,812 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 155,812 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 154,229 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 152,370 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Reverse light not working

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 146,614 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 119,736 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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SA08 VHP is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 SA08 VHP, 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 SA08 VHP registered?

SA08 VHP is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is SA08 VHP safe to buy?

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