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YL08 VCM

2008 Toyota Avensis

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

214,331 mi
Last recorded214,331 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 VCM
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 214,331 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

general under vehicle corrosion

Fail 25 Mar 2023 214,331 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

general under vehicle corrosion

Pass 13 Apr 2022 208,070 miles

General corrosion on the vehicle

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to mis-shape on the inner slightly

Slight oil leak on the engine and gearbox

Pass 11 Aug 2021 203,344 miles

under side corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2020 198,958 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 178,441 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2019 178,426 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 160,858 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 155,756 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 150,453 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 144,763 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 138,110 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 122,605 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 104,287 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 104,287 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 85,998 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 85,679 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 VCM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YL08 VCM, 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 VCM registered?

YL08 VCM is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is YL08 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 VCM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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