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SC08 KPV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

158,518 mi
Last recorded158,518 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 KPV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 158,518 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

covers under bonnet so some items not seen time of test

driver advised on body work

Pass 5 Aug 2016 120,521 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 118,020 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 14 Jul 2016 117,996 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both sides (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 10 Aug 2015 86,528 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 86,528 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 82,041 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 69,240 miles

N/S/F TYRE IS WORN TO 4/3/4mm

O/S/F TYRE IS WORN TO 4/3/4mm

Fail 26 Jul 2013 69,240 miles

N/S/F TYRE IS WORN TO 4/3/4mm

O/S/F TYRE IS WORN TO 4/3/4mm

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 51,313 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 51,313 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 37,638 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 37,638 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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SC08 KPV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SC08 KPV, 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 SC08 KPV registered?

SC08 KPV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is SC08 KPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 KPV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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