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YB08 DKJ

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

251,578 mi
Last recorded251,578 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB08 DKJ
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 1 Dec 2025 251,578 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 239,786 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 216,311 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 187,482 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 162,165 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 110,811 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 106,121 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2018 106,121 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 97,398 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 97,398 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 86,638 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 86,636 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2015 75,380 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 63,195 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 51,211 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 39,166 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 29,723 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 29,723 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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YB08 DKJ is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue 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 YB08 DKJ, 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 DKJ registered?

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

Is YB08 DKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB08 DKJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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