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YC57 VTW

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,803 mi
Last recorded123,803 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC57 VTW
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 123,803 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracks in outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under vehicle suspension/braking components are slightly corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2019 116,127 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under vehicle suspension/braking components are slightly corroded

Fail 18 Jan 2019 116,122 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under vehicle suspension/braking components are slightly corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2018 102,379 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Rear brake pipes are slightly corroded and some covered

under vehicle suspension/braking components are slightly corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2018 102,379 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Rear brake pipes are slightly corroded and some covered

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under vehicle suspension/braking components are slightly corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2018 102,258 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2018 102,258 miles

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 100,840 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 98,841 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 12 Feb 2015 96,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 96,283 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 93,511 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 86,945 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 81,212 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 77,178 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 55,984 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 29,399 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 87 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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YC57 VTW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YC57 VTW, 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 YC57 VTW registered?

YC57 VTW is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 14 February 2008.

Is YC57 VTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC57 VTW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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