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SW08 FLX

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

153,221 mi
Last recorded153,221 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 FLX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 153,221 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2018 153,201 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 139,124 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 139,120 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 May 2016 121,121 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 121,113 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2015 103,174 miles

centre brake light not working

Fail 18 May 2015 103,174 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

centre brake light not working

Pass 27 May 2014 87,784 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 87,784 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 72,207 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 59,510 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 45,558 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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SW08 FLX 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 61.5%.

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 FLX, 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 SW08 FLX registered?

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

Is SW08 FLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 FLX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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