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FH57 ZVR

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,959 mi
Last recorded157,959 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 ZVR
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 157,959 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2025 157,959 miles

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))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 149,275 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 140,198 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 133,845 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 125,465 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 117,275 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 106,037 miles

Coolant leak water pump leaking ()

Pass 18 Apr 2018 96,316 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 96,316 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 86,490 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 74,351 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2015 65,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 65,105 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 May 2014 54,197 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 45,958 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 45,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 41,996 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 41,996 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

brake warning lamp on

front tyres worn on edges

offside rear tyre spliting and nail in outer tread

Pass 4 May 2011 35,262 miles

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

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

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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FH57 ZVR is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,500cc hybrid electric (clean) 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 FH57 ZVR, 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 FH57 ZVR registered?

FH57 ZVR is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 17 January 2008.

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