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WM08 AVL

2008 Toyota RAV4

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

139,238 mi
Last recorded139,238 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota RAV478,157 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 AVL
MakeToyota
ModelRAV4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 139,238 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 135,997 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 131,965 miles

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

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

Offside Front wiper starting to smear screen

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

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

TPMS light on

Pass 16 Jun 2022 128,019 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn slightly inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 123,635 miles

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

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

tpms light flashing on indicating a fault ok for mot due to age of vehicle

Pass 17 Jun 2020 116,608 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 14 Jun 2019 109,353 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 98,931 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 89,436 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 80,906 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 80,906 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Pass 15 May 2015 72,456 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 61,261 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 48,849 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 38,864 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 26,511 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota RAV4?

Based on 1,827,031 MOT tests across 166,014 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
6,112
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
166,014
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26,391
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,816
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20,079
Brake pipe excessively corroded 17,023
position lamp(s) not working 15,294
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WM08 AVL is a 2008 Toyota RAV4 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Toyota RAV4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 78,157 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota RAV4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26,391 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM08 AVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota RAV4 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota RAV4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WM08 AVL registered?

WM08 AVL is a 2008 Toyota RAV4, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is WM08 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 AVL 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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