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SO57 UBZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

150,570 mi
Last recorded150,570 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO57 UBZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2023 150,570 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 150,566 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

general under body condition - corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2022 147,347 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 142,865 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 134,064 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 122,285 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

engine oil leak

Fail 29 Jan 2019 122,285 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

engine oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2018 109,589 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 97,040 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 97,040 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 84,402 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 71,567 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 59,643 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 59,643 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 55,536 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 41,629 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 31,347 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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SO57 UBZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SO57 UBZ, 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 SO57 UBZ registered?

SO57 UBZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is SO57 UBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO57 UBZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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