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EX08 URA

2008 Toyota Prius

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

122,311 mi
Last recorded122,311 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 URA
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 122,311 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced minor corrosion: rear inner sills/ axle mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 119,318 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated starting to split (sealed at ride Hight) (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 116,457 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 113,263 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 107,955 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 100,773 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Nov 2019 97,884 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 89,908 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 85,357 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 Nov 2017 85,357 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 73,485 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 62,223 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 51,760 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 27 Nov 2013 43,505 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 35,400 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 35,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 29,292 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 24,193 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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EX08 URA 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 88.9%.

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 EX08 URA, 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 EX08 URA registered?

EX08 URA is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 URA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 URA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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