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WU08 ZVA

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

131,635 mi
Last recorded131,635 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 ZVA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 131,635 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Underseal applied under vehicle

Fail 21 Apr 2023 131,635 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Underseal applied under vehicle

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 129,651 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower locking device for nut missing on ball joint and track rod end

Pass 16 Aug 2021 117,912 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 117,632 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 115,910 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 110,246 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever , long travel.

Upper stop lamp inoperative.

Pass 26 Mar 2018 101,765 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 101,765 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

ENGINE COOLANT LEAK; excessive.

Pass 27 Mar 2017 93,896 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 79,527 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 64,372 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 51,432 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Mar 2014 51,432 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 41,176 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 33,567 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 33,567 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 24,737 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WU08 ZVA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 WU08 ZVA, 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 WU08 ZVA registered?

WU08 ZVA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is WU08 ZVA safe to buy?

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