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BU08 MTF

2008 Toyota Prius

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,772 mi
Last recorded115,772 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 MTF
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 115,772 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 108,376 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 104,855 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 104,855 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 99,278 miles

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

Rear exhaust mounts are corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2021 93,678 miles

Rear Exhaust mounts corroded

Pass 7 Jan 2020 90,775 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 82,657 miles

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

hybrid vehicle no emissions test

Pass 5 Dec 2017 76,642 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 76,642 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 69,016 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 61,307 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 61,307 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 53,617 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Dec 2013 44,829 miles

both front wipers are split.

Pass 4 Dec 2012 37,664 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 36,181 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 31,403 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

front brake diecs corroded

offside front fog lamp not working

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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BU08 MTF is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Red with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BU08 MTF, 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 BU08 MTF registered?

BU08 MTF is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is BU08 MTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 MTF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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