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EX08 XOV

2008 Toyota Prius

Red Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

262,725 mi
Last recorded262,725 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 XOV
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 262,725 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 257,646 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

vehicle undersealed

Fail 20 Jun 2025 257,646 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

vehicle undersealed

Pass 23 Sep 2023 256,493 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 249,115 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2022 249,114 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment retaing pin missing (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Heatshield insercure

Pass 4 Sep 2021 235,359 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

Fail 31 Aug 2021 235,358 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

Pass 30 Jun 2020 214,125 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 150,146 miles

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 19 Jan 2018 138,381 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 138,381 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 128,336 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 115,895 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 115,895 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 195,390 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 90,055 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 76,581 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 52,860 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 39,317 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)

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 XOV is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Red with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX08 XOV, 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 EX08 XOV registered?

EX08 XOV is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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