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SW08 FML

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

67,672 mi
Last recorded67,672 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2022 67,672 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 63,053 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under body and components covered in underseal

Pass 12 Aug 2020 60,741 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 56,617 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 52,413 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 May 2017 47,750 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2017 47,748 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 41,776 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 37,016 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 31,848 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 25,444 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 21,961 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 16,392 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 FML is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FML, 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 FML registered?

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

Is SW08 FML safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 FML shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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