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FL08 HSV

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

129,981 mi
Last recorded129,981 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 HSV
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 129,981 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 124,117 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 116,015 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 109,325 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 109,325 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 102,158 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jun 2021 95,935 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 91,738 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 91,738 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 86,047 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 86,047 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 81,179 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 77,330 miles

Nearside Front inner drive shaft gaiter has slightly grease leakage

both front brake discs corroded & lip

Pass 18 Jun 2016 75,350 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 25 Jun 2015 70,999 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 54,259 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 9 May 2013 45,925 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 39,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 May 2011 30,319 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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FL08 HSV is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HSV, 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 FL08 HSV registered?

FL08 HSV is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is FL08 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 HSV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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