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AF08 LUA

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

81,705 mi
Last recorded81,705 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 LUA
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 81,705 miles

UNDERNEATH SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 11 Jul 2025 80,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 77,642 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 10 Jul 2023 72,745 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 75,743 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 69,310 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 69,310 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 62,601 miles

hybrid emissions not tested

Pass 6 Jul 2020 59,532 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 57,739 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jul 2018 55,815 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 52,713 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 49,680 miles

damage to nearside door panel

Pass 8 Jul 2015 42,988 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 38,916 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 32,517 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 24,261 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 23,274 miles

nearside front tyre low on tread, wearing close to cord on inner edge

nearside tyre starting to crack on tread

offside front tyre low on tread, wearing close to cord on inner edge

Pass 29 Jul 2011 20,812 miles

both front tyres very low on edges

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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AF08 LUA is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AF08 LUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF08 LUA registered?

AF08 LUA is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is AF08 LUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 LUA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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