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YR08 EZA

2008 Toyota Avensis

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

254,186 mi
Last recorded254,186 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 EZA
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 254,186 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 240,994 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 13 Jan 2017 228,015 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 216,782 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2015 216,782 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Fail 6 Jan 2015 195,437 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 195,437 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 178,592 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 161,804 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 141,914 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 125,326 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 104,800 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 86,264 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)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 66,535 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 66,092 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 60,352 miles

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

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 EZA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YR08 EZA, 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 EZA registered?

YR08 EZA is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 15 April 2008.

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