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SW08 FEH

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,654 mi
Last recorded122,654 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 FEH
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2020 122,654 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted

general under body rust

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2019 94,463 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 94,443 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 76,416 miles

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2018 76,414 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 31 May 2017 74,963 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (3.7.B.5b)

both front wheel bearings slightly rough when rotated

general underbody corrosion

high level stop lamp not working

offside wiper blade slightly torn

rear axle corroded

Fail 31 May 2017 74,963 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (3.7.B.5b)

both front wheel bearings slightly rough when rotated

general underbody corrosion

high level stop lamp not working

offside wiper blade slightly torn

rear axle corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2016 67,500 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front wheel bearings slightly rough when rotated

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside front tyre slightly scrubbed inside and outside edges

Fail 29 May 2015 59,479 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 59,479 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 51,826 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2013 44,812 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 May 2012 38,511 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 31,517 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

wiper blades worn smearing screen

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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SW08 FEH is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SW08 FEH, 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 SW08 FEH registered?

SW08 FEH is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is SW08 FEH safe to buy?

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