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VF57 GMO

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

181,103 mi
Last recorded181,103 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 GMO
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 181,103 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 170,402 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 170,342 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 161,585 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 152,025 miles

Fog light switch becoming faulty

Pass 18 Oct 2018 144,433 miles

Fog light switch becoming faulty

Pass 30 Oct 2017 137,447 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 137,124 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 128,742 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 128,742 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 118,337 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 111,256 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 111,255 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 103,434 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

ns and os headlamp aims set to lower limits

ns washer only has 1 jet working but is providing adequate liquid

ns wiper poor

sill covers fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2012 94,029 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 83,933 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 78,206 miles

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

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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VF57 GMO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VF57 GMO, 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 VF57 GMO registered?

VF57 GMO is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is VF57 GMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF57 GMO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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