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FE08 YDY

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

125,175 mi
Last recorded125,175 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 YDY
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 125,175 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2025 125,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 100,006 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 75,395 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 74,070 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 72,663 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 69,169 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 68,155 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 65,945 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 65,945 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2018 62,112 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 58,157 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 55,768 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 52,581 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 48,198 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 42,493 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 37,186 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 33,552 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 33,552 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 32,713 miles

some surface corrosion on rear brake discs

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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FE08 YDY is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FE08 YDY, 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 FE08 YDY registered?

FE08 YDY is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is FE08 YDY safe to buy?

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