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YR08 AYC

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,032 mi
Last recorded32,032 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 AYC
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 32,032 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 30,698 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2020 28,801 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 27,064 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 25,907 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 25,857 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 24,752 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 22,375 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 22,375 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 19,139 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 16,957 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 16,957 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 14,511 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2013 14,511 miles

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

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 13,080 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 11,714 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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YR08 AYC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YR08 AYC, 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 YR08 AYC registered?

YR08 AYC is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is YR08 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 AYC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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