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SJ08 MFE

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,585 mi
Last recorded142,585 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 MFE
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2024 142,585 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 141,843 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front and Rear subframes and all suspension components heavily corroded.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 11 Jul 2023 141,833 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning Mirror indicator. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front and Rear subframes and all suspension components heavily corroded.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Jul 2022 136,331 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 130,895 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 127,852 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 122,660 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 117,339 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 112,949 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 106,316 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 95,933 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 83,445 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 69,153 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 69,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 57,093 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 42,984 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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SJ08 MFE is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SJ08 MFE, 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 SJ08 MFE registered?

SJ08 MFE is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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The MOT history for SJ08 MFE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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