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SB57 XSG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

278,161 mi
Last recorded278,161 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB57 XSG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2019 278,161 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Door damaged

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 278,161 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Door damaged

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 274,667 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 265,447 miles

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 237,985 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 188,897 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 188,897 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 146,841 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 146,841 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 117,578 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 98,308 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 98,159 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 93,869 miles

O/S F Splash Guard Insecure And Rubbing On Tyre.

Rear bumper insecure

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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SB57 XSG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SB57 XSG, 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 SB57 XSG registered?

SB57 XSG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is SB57 XSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB57 XSG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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