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SM08 VHH

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

209,761 mi
Last recorded209,761 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 VHH
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 209,761 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 209,366 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 75,885 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 75,882 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

n/s/f/wiper blade split

Pass 26 Mar 2014 70,204 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 70,204 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 63,893 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2012 55,531 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 55,531 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 51,912 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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SM08 VHH is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SM08 VHH, 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 SM08 VHH registered?

SM08 VHH is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 7 July 2008.

Is SM08 VHH safe to buy?

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