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AO08 SBX

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

111,608 mi
Last recorded111,608 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 SBX
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 111,608 miles

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 & worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 106,378 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2024 101,672 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 91,987 miles

offside front tyre slightly worn on outer edge.

Fail 30 Jan 2023 91,987 miles

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

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

offside front tyre slightly worn on outer edge.

Pass 12 Jan 2022 87,667 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 84,106 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 81,235 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on outer edge.

Pass 15 Jan 2019 74,065 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 66,765 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 60,808 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on edges.

Pass 19 Jan 2016 53,312 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 42,943 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 34,627 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 26,728 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 19,144 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 15,624 miles

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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AO08 SBX is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AO08 SBX, 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 AO08 SBX registered?

AO08 SBX is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is AO08 SBX safe to buy?

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