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YG08 YAX

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

143,429 mi
Last recorded143,429 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 YAX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 143,429 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 135,874 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 131,369 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 128,578 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 125,472 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 112,506 miles

plastic covers fitted to outer body sills.

rear tyres wearing low 2-3 mm tread depth.

Pass 30 Nov 2012 81,956 miles

All four tyres wearing low,3mm tread depth.

emissions to low to record results.

plastic covers fitted to outer body sills.

Pass 23 Feb 2012 75,907 miles

Added 1 litre of engine oil

Fail 23 Feb 2012 75,907 miles

Added 1 litre of engine oil

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 50,954 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 50,954 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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YG08 YAX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YG08 YAX, 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 YG08 YAX registered?

YG08 YAX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is YG08 YAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG08 YAX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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