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SH08 YFV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2024
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

231,463 mi
Last recorded231,463 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 YFV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 231,463 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2022 231,463 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 231,234 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 231,093 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 230,624 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 224,691 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 218,927 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 209,543 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 205,576 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 200,142 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 194,984 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 189,616 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 184,819 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 Jan 2015 184,819 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 180,217 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front tyre uneven wear

park brake cables deteriorated

Pass 2 May 2014 178,714 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 171,844 miles

engine undertrays fitted

tested in wet conditions

Fail 23 Dec 2013 171,844 miles

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

engine undertrays fitted

tested in wet conditions

Fail 22 Aug 2013 159,620 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 159,620 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2013 150,510 miles

Exhaust System Rusty

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 122,716 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 May 2011 96,770 miles

Chips In Windscreen

Engine Undertray Fitted

Nearside Front Pads On 3mm

Offside Front Pads On 3mm

Pass 5 May 2010 75,757 miles

Engine Undertray Fitted

Handbrake Travel High

Nearside Rear Tyre 3mm (Legal Limit 1.6mm)

Outer Sill Covers Fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2009 28,122 miles

Engine Undertay Fitted

Outer Sill Covers Fitted

Vehicle Tested In Wet Conditions

Pass 14 May 2008 465 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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SH08 YFV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SH08 YFV, 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 SH08 YFV registered?

SH08 YFV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is SH08 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 YFV shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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