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SC08 XJO

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

156,336 mi
Last recorded156,336 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 XJO
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2014 156,336 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 156,336 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 134,702 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 113,929 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2012 100,590 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 100,590 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 77,670 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 59,022 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 59,022 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 58,301 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 45,403 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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SC08 XJO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 XJO, 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 SC08 XJO?

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What year was SC08 XJO registered?

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

Is SC08 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 XJO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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