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FL08 GDF

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

191,955 mi
Last recorded191,955 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 GDF
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 191,955 miles

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

Rear both side trailing arm bush slightly worn

Rear brake discs slightly corroded

Rear exhaust heat cover in poor condition

Pass 7 Mar 2019 183,105 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 174,931 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 164,629 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 164,018 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 157,284 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 137,598 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear tyres perishing

Fail 22 Mar 2016 137,591 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear tyres perishing

Pass 9 Mar 2015 121,339 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2014 109,301 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 96,347 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 86,728 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 71,200 miles

Offside Rear 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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FL08 GDF is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FL08 GDF, 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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FL08 GDF is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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