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YR08 UYL

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

91,759 mi
Last recorded91,759 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 UYL
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 91,759 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 85,107 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 79,284 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 73,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 67,435 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 67,435 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 62,835 miles

Front Tyres worn slightly on edges

Rear Tyres cracking slightly

Pass 22 May 2020 61,785 miles

Front Tyres wearing on edges

Rear Tyres slight cracking

Pass 20 May 2019 59,436 miles

Front headlamps slightly deteriorated however still provide pattern.

Pass 21 May 2018 56,466 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 53,744 miles

Front both front tyres wearing on sides

Pass 25 May 2016 51,077 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 48,546 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 48,546 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 May 2014 45,390 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 40,333 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 40,333 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2012 35,774 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 31,881 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 31,881 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 31,340 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 UYL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 UYL, 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 UYL registered?

YR08 UYL is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is YR08 UYL safe to buy?

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