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Y88 DRH

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

182,465 mi
Last recorded182,465 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY88 DRH
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 182,465 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 180,878 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both rear (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 179,811 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 177,737 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 4 Jul 2023 177,737 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 169,059 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2022 169,057 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 153,610 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 142,165 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 142,165 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 121,416 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 113,052 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 101,427 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 85,589 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 72,266 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 72,266 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 53,629 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 36,536 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 27,104 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 15,279 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 15,279 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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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Y88 DRH is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 Y88 DRH, 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 Y88 DRH registered?

Y88 DRH is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for Y88 DRH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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