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SV58 VNJ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

184,841 mi
Last recorded184,841 miles
Recorded on9 May 2015
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV58 VNJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2015 184,841 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 162,003 miles

handbrake travel

n/s/f tyre 2mm

play in steering rack n/s

Fail 14 May 2014 162,003 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

handbrake travel

n/s/f tyre 2mm

play in steering rack n/s

Pass 16 Jan 2013 117,996 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 100,386 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 100,386 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 100,336 miles

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

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

very slight creep on brake pedal under pressure

Fail 16 Jul 2012 100,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

very slight creep on brake pedal under pressure

Pass 12 Dec 2011 98,042 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 98,042 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 91,824 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 VNJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SV58 VNJ, 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 VNJ registered?

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

Is SV58 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV58 VNJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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