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WR08 HLU

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

103,251 mi
Last recorded103,251 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 HLU
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 103,251 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 100,808 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

OSF repeater dim.

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

Fail 15 Oct 2024 100,781 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

OSF repeater dim.

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 99,148 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 99,141 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 96,875 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 95,809 miles

Offside Rear tyre perishing and cracking

Pass 3 Nov 2020 93,920 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 90,462 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 87,334 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 83,301 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 77,176 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 72,376 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 65,010 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 54,109 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 43,894 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 32,712 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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WR08 HLU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WR08 HLU, 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 WR08 HLU registered?

WR08 HLU is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 17 June 2008.

Is WR08 HLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 HLU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WR08 HLU have outstanding finance?

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