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VK08 BNU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 BNU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023
Fail 15 Dec 2022 263,075 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 254,800 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 252,253 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 233,581 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 220,227 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 100,607 miles

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both front and rear brake discs are slightly worn

condensation in nearside rear light cluster

Pass 4 Apr 2011 100,607 miles

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

both front and rear brake discs are slightly worn

condensation in nearside rear light cluster

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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VK08 BNU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 VK08 BNU, 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 VK08 BNU registered?

VK08 BNU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is VK08 BNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 BNU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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