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EY08 ZFS

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

141,389 mi
Last recorded141,389 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 ZFS
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 141,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 May 2026 141,389 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 136,769 miles

Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 23 May 2025 136,767 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 134,075 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2024 134,075 miles

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 126,117 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 May 2023 126,117 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 117,659 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2021 110,390 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2020 99,425 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 64,050 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 52,104 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 46,125 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 41,005 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 41,005 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 35,629 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 30,625 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 25,076 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 22,738 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 14,127 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 11,655 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 9,707 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 9,707 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 7,201 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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EY08 ZFS is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 EY08 ZFS, 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 EY08 ZFS registered?

EY08 ZFS is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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