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VA08 GYW

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

112,463 mi
Last recorded112,463 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA08 GYW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2024 112,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 103,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side skirts fitted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 90,316 miles

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inc suspensions, side skirts fitted. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 89,090 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 87,672 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 85,617 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 82,151 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 82,151 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2017 78,006 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 72,463 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 72,463 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 65,846 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 59,878 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 54,395 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 48,032 miles

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

nearside front wiper blade is smearing screen

offside rear tyre raised areas are very worn

slight discolouration to both front and rear brake discs

Pass 18 Aug 2011 36,251 miles

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

nail in nearside rear tyre (repaired)

nearside front tyre is feathering on outer edge

slight wear to rear brake discs

small cut in offside rear tyre but not to cords

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 GYW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VA08 GYW, 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 VA08 GYW registered?

VA08 GYW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 20 August 2008.

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