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EF08 TXM

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

164,155 mi
Last recorded164,155 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 TXM
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 164,155 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2026 164,155 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 148,397 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 148,397 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 May 2024 136,137 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2024 136,137 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 May 2023 127,419 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2022 108,124 miles
Fail 14 May 2022 108,124 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2021 87,506 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 69,752 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 66,689 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 65,669 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 65,669 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 64,779 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 55,797 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front number plate damaged but still readable

o/s/r tyre punctured

Pass 20 Aug 2015 45,677 miles

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)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 38,539 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Aug 2013 33,589 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 28,367 miles

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)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 27,257 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 20,447 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 TXM is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 TXM, 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 TXM is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 12 July 2008.

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