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WM08 AVG

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

112,190 mi
Last recorded112,190 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 AVG
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 112,190 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 102,830 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 94,124 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 94,110 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 84,393 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 72,392 miles

Front BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION ARMS CORRODED

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 72,392 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION ARMS CORRODED

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 66,028 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 59,685 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 52,424 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 47,006 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 41,992 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 37,464 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 33,101 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 27,712 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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WM08 AVG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WM08 AVG, 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 WM08 AVG registered?

WM08 AVG is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is WM08 AVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 AVG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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