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BW57 BKN

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

145,392 mi
Last recorded145,392 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 BKN
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 145,392 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 145,392 miles

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

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 136,540 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 132,847 miles

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

MINOR SURFACE RUST ALL OVER THE CAR AND CAR COMPONENTS

Pass 10 Feb 2023 130,138 miles

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

SURFACE RUST AT REAR

Fail 2 Feb 2023 130,136 miles

Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

SURFACE RUST AT REAR

Pass 14 Jan 2022 126,841 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 123,521 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 121,012 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Fail 8 Feb 2020 120,999 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect nearside & offside (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 117,590 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 117,586 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 114,341 miles

front disks worn need changing

rear drivers wheel slight binding

Pass 4 Feb 2017 110,847 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 108,120 miles

noise manifold/heatshield area

o/s/f brake noise/bind,disc corroded,front brake imbalance

rear inner sills/chassis corrosion

unable to assess some items/areas due to covers

Pass 29 Jan 2015 104,661 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2015 104,661 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 96,270 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 92,865 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 86,874 miles

front pads getting low

rear disc's slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2011 66,159 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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BW57 BKN is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BW57 BKN, 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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BW57 BKN is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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