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VE08 BUU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

183,240 mi
Last recorded183,240 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 BUU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 183,240 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 183,169 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 175,503 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 159,338 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 152,896 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 143,729 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 123,138 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 111,176 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 95,854 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 64,075 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 64,075 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 58,926 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 55,194 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 49,951 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 49,951 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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VE08 BUU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VE08 BUU, 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

How do I check the history of VE08 BUU?

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What year was VE08 BUU registered?

VE08 BUU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is VE08 BUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 BUU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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