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YR08 EKL

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

163,434 mi
Last recorded163,434 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 EKL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 163,434 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 163,118 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 148,849 miles

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 134,534 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Jan 2016 134,473 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 107,958 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 107,958 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 91,057 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 76,414 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 76,414 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 58,963 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 EKL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 EKL, 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 EKL registered?

YR08 EKL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is YR08 EKL safe to buy?

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