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EF08 KPA

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

195,921 mi
Last recorded195,921 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 KPA
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 195,921 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 188,957 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 188,930 miles

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2016 188,888 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Glove box does not close stays open

Nearside front and rear doors slightly damage

Nearside mirror glass damage

Offside front wing slightly damage

Offside mirror cover missing

Pass 21 May 2015 173,027 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 173,027 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 159,266 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 147,061 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 147,061 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 138,720 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

n/s/r tyre has a cut on outside wall

Pass 23 May 2013 123,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

airbag light is on indecating a possible fault in the system

Pass 13 Nov 2012 116,447 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 115,031 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 86,550 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 68,642 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 50,430 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 50,430 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 33,529 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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EF08 KPA is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 EF08 KPA, 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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EF08 KPA is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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