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SL08 VGU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

151,483 mi
Last recorded151,483 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 VGU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 151,483 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 145,245 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 130,721 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2017 109,337 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 93,710 miles

metal brake pipe to n/s/r flexi rusty

metal brake pipe to o/s/r flexi rusty

Pass 3 Jun 2015 83,902 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 May 2015 83,840 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2014 63,370 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2013 53,619 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 20 May 2013 53,619 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 15 May 2012 44,062 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 20,638 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 20,638 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 VGU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SL08 VGU, 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 SL08 VGU registered?

SL08 VGU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is SL08 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 VGU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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