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SW08 OEF

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

190,548 mi
Last recorded190,548 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 190,548 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 186,452 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 180,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 173,359 miles

Extensive age related surface corrosion to rear suspension components

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 165,118 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 58,117 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2017 58,115 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

High level brake bulb inop.

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 57,403 miles

front tyres wearing on inner shoulders

offside front tyre has slight damage to the sidewall

suspension componants corroded

Fail 2 Jun 2017 57,395 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

front tyres wearing on inner shoulders

offside front tyre has slight damage to the sidewall

suspension componants corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2016 52,652 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear o/s rear section (3.6.B.2c)

Front n/s and o/s tyre size 215,55,17

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

Offside Front tyre cut in outer side wall

Rear n/s and o/s tyre size 215,50,17

Rear tyres n/s and o/s cracks in treads/side walls

coil spring corroded front and rear n/s and o/s (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 9 Jun 2016 52,652 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear o/s rear section (3.6.B.2c)

Front n/s and o/s tyre size 215,55,17

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

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

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

Offside Front tyre cut in outer side wall

Rear n/s and o/s tyre size 215,50,17

Rear tyres n/s and o/s cracks in treads/side walls

coil spring corroded front and rear n/s and o/s (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 45,797 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2014 40,211 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2013 33,085 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 25,746 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 18,184 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 OEF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 OEF, 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 OEF registered?

SW08 OEF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is SW08 OEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 OEF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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