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SV58 VMZ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

134,578 mi
Last recorded134,578 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV58 VMZ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 134,578 miles

front dampers worn to excess

knocking noise observed from near side front

Fail 23 May 2017 134,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front dampers worn to excess

knocking noise observed from near side front

Pass 25 May 2016 124,285 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 113,096 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 103,180 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 95,860 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 79,124 miles
Fail 13 May 2013

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 70,835 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 70,835 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 65,971 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 58,676 miles

undertrays fitted preventing full under vehicle inspection

Fail 20 Sep 2011 58,676 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

undertrays fitted preventing full under vehicle inspection

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 VMZ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VMZ, 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 SV58 VMZ registered?

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

Is SV58 VMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV58 VMZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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