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SV58 VKU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

175,619 mi
Last recorded175,619 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV58 VKU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 175,619 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2026 175,619 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 167,262 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Mar 2025 167,260 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 155,079 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 142,591 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake travel getting long

Pass 1 Mar 2022 128,771 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2022 128,770 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 116,425 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2021 116,425 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 109,396 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 96,110 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 84,402 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 84,400 miles

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

coolant low

Pass 25 Apr 2017 78,257 miles

Both rear tyres cracked around the inner sidewall.

Pass 21 Apr 2016 72,560 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 66,892 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 57,795 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 51,083 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 42,434 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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SV58 VKU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV58 VKU, 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 SV58 VKU registered?

SV58 VKU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is SV58 VKU safe to buy?

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