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AE08 RXZ

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

156,626 mi
Last recorded156,626 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 RXZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 156,626 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jan 2026 156,626 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 147,955 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Jan 2024 137,706 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 122,041 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 122,041 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 106,333 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 93,397 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 81,644 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 76,687 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 72,335 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 65,923 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 58,839 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 53,197 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 47,783 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 41,693 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 35,062 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)

How Reliable is the Toyota Prius?

Based on 1,959,742 MOT tests across 148,686 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
12,199
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
148,686
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,116
position lamp(s) not working 9,474
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,244
Registration plate lamp not working 9,122
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AE08 RXZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 95,270 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Prius fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 RXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Prius typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Prius is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE08 RXZ registered?

AE08 RXZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AE08 RXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 RXZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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