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SW08 NBN

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

81,594 mi
Last recorded81,594 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 NBN
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 81,594 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 81,579 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened ARM CORRODED TO POINT IT HAS SPLIT (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 75,201 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 75,200 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 63,892 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 46,384 miles

surface corrosion on underside and parts of suspension

Pass 16 Jun 2017 44,242 miles

All suspension corroded

Body has slight corrosion Under car (6.1.B.2)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 40,541 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front Both tyres perished and sidewalls cracked (no cord visible)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 36,743 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2015 36,742 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 32,899 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 26,198 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 26,198 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 20,196 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 15,380 miles

Child seat in OSR unable to check seatbelt

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 NBN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 NBN, 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 NBN registered?

SW08 NBN is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is SW08 NBN safe to buy?

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