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SJ08 VCB

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,751 mi
Last recorded116,751 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 VCB
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 116,751 miles

underside off car very dirty

Fail 20 Jul 2022 116,751 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

underside off car very dirty

Pass 25 Jun 2021 113,167 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 113,167 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 110,468 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 107,395 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 107,395 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 100,264 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 93,628 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 84,468 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 75,730 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 67,803 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 53,235 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 43,349 miles

both front tyre side walls worn

Fail 26 Jul 2011 33,695 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 33,695 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 VCB is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SJ08 VCB, 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 VCB registered?

SJ08 VCB is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is SJ08 VCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 VCB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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