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SY58 XTG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

164,608 mi
Last recorded164,608 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY58 XTG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 164,608 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2025 164,608 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 153,921 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 139,414 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 125,633 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 125,633 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 111,207 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 98,209 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 85,780 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 76,347 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 72,715 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2017 72,715 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front 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 2 Dec 2016 63,772 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 55,654 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2015 55,654 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 47,236 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 39,951 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Dec 2012 30,642 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Dec 2012 30,642 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Dec 2011 21,608 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 21,601 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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SY58 XTG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 SY58 XTG, 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 SY58 XTG registered?

SY58 XTG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 24 December 2008.

Is SY58 XTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY58 XTG shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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