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VE08 XEB

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

61,119 mi
Last recorded61,119 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 XEB
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 61,119 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2025 61,119 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 60,954 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 59,945 miles

Nearside hand brake needs slight adjustment

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 56,205 miles

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

parking brake requirements just met

Pass 13 Dec 2021 50,066 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 45,606 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 40,165 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 34,302 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 27,159 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 21,215 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 12,563 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 4,223 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 3,926 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 3,354 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 2,573 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 XEB is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 XEB, 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 VE08 XEB registered?

VE08 XEB is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is VE08 XEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE08 XEB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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