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FH08 VMX

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,333 mi
Last recorded62,333 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 VMX
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 62,333 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 59,132 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 56,535 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 56,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 56,286 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 55,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 54,304 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 52,405 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 52,405 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 50,251 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 47,315 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 44,519 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 41,053 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 37,798 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front wiper rubber split

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 14 Jul 2014 34,820 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front wiper split

Pass 16 Jul 2013 31,928 miles

slight corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 17 Jul 2012 26,742 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise slight corotion on front brake discs

Pass 1 Aug 2011 20,712 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight corrosion on front 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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FH08 VMX is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey 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 FH08 VMX, 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 FH08 VMX registered?

FH08 VMX is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is FH08 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 VMX 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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