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YL08 AYM

2008 Toyota Avensis

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

356,992 mi
Last recorded356,992 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 AYM
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 356,992 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 329,867 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 301,553 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 280,646 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 255,056 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 221,065 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 220,192 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 114,791 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 114,791 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 81,267 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 81,269 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

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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YL08 AYM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YL08 AYM, 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 YL08 AYM registered?

YL08 AYM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 5 August 2008.

Is YL08 AYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 AYM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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