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WJ08 EDP

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

139,335 mi
Last recorded139,335 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 EDP
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 139,335 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 139,330 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested not working (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 132,891 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked and slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing sidewall and very close to limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear sill corroded but not reducing strength and arch corroded and come away slightly

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged sidewall and very close to limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources aftermarket camera fitted only showing 1/4 of light (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 132,845 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working Both Nearside and Offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked and slightly damaged (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing sidewall and very close to limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear sill corroded but not reducing strength and arch corroded and come away slightly

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged sidewall and very close to limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources aftermarket camera fitted only showing 1/4 of light (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 121,710 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 116,606 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 104,044 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 97,523 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2018 97,523 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 92,607 miles

Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% Both (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 24 Nov 2017 92,539 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% Both (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 84,971 miles

High level brake light not operating

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 84,971 miles

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

High level brake light not operating

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 79,144 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn heavily on outer edges

Fail 13 Nov 2015 79,144 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn heavily on outer edges

Fail 26 Nov 2014 73,824 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Nov 2014 73,824 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Dec 2013 68,624 miles

wiper blades are split on ends but are clearing ok

Pass 15 Mar 2013 63,215 miles

rear tyres have some age related cracks

Fail 15 Mar 2013 63,215 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear tyres have some age related cracks

Pass 26 Mar 2012 56,531 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 51,787 miles

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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WJ08 EDP is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WJ08 EDP, 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 WJ08 EDP registered?

WJ08 EDP is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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