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YB08 DKF

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,751 mi
Last recorded152,751 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 DKF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 152,751 miles

General corrosion

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

Fail 12 Jul 2024 152,751 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

General corrosion

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 146,717 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 143,612 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 139,821 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 129,920 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall

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

Fail 3 Feb 2020 129,918 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall

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

Offside Rear 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 21 Feb 2019 116,813 miles

Park brake high

Pass 2 Feb 2018 102,529 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jan 2017 87,783 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Jan 2017 87,783 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 84,970 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 79,033 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 55,073 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 47,608 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 36,642 miles

engine oil leak

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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YB08 DKF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YB08 DKF, 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 YB08 DKF registered?

YB08 DKF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 9 June 2008.

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