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VA08 GYR

2008 Toyota Avensis

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

199,989 mi
Last recorded199,989 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 GYR
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 199,989 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 199,525 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2022 191,546 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 191,292 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 177,659 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 168,741 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 154,818 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 68,102 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2012 68,102 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 58,473 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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VA08 GYR is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VA08 GYR, 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 VA08 GYR registered?

VA08 GYR is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is VA08 GYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA08 GYR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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