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SV08 UPO

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

178,069 mi
Last recorded178,069 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 UPO
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 178,069 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 169,739 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 160,344 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 159,430 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 141,757 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 141,352 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 134,228 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 134,123 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 128,648 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 124,485 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 115,594 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 115,594 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 100,260 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 92,181 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 78,044 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 78,044 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 57,432 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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SV08 UPO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SV08 UPO, 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 SV08 UPO registered?

SV08 UPO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SV08 UPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 UPO shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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