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YR08 VCX

2008 Toyota Avensis

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

67,327 mi
Last recorded67,327 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 VCX
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 67,327 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 65,060 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2025 65,060 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 61,047 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 57,811 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 53,303 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 49,911 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 47,623 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 47,623 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 44,317 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 40,661 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 36,767 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 30,893 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 25,597 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 25,597 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 21,470 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 18,302 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 15,288 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s & o/s/f tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 25 Mar 2011 12,150 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 VCX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VCX, 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

How do I check the history of YR08 VCX?

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What year was YR08 VCX registered?

YR08 VCX is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is YR08 VCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 VCX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR08 VCX have outstanding finance?

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