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SK08 VLJ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,393 mi
Last recorded99,393 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 VLJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 99,393 miles

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hose ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all subframe components heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all subframe components heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

fuel tank support straps corroded

Fail 24 May 2022 99,393 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn excess play in lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hose ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all subframe components heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated gaiter split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all subframe components heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

fuel tank support straps corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2021 96,824 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 96,824 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2020 92,125 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside and nearside front tyres wearing at edges

Pass 26 Mar 2019 85,608 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 78,926 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 71,992 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 65,022 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in it

offside and nearside front tyres wearing at edges

Pass 31 Mar 2015 58,665 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 50,590 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 41,349 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 31,367 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 31,021 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 20,320 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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SK08 VLJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 SK08 VLJ, 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 SK08 VLJ registered?

SK08 VLJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is SK08 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK08 VLJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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