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SL08 FPV

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

278,141 mi
Last recorded278,141 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 FPV
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 278,141 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 278,140 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 242,619 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 19 Mar 2014 242,517 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 23 Jan 2013 195,724 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 195,724 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 5 Dec 2011 155,122 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Dec 2011 154,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

wiring dangerously routed across engine and round o/s/f door hinges.

Pass 23 Nov 2010 102,713 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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SL08 FPV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 SL08 FPV, 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 SL08 FPV registered?

SL08 FPV is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is SL08 FPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 FPV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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