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FP08 NZG

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

301,070 mi
Last recorded301,070 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 NZG
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 301,070 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 261,878 miles

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 13 Sep 2022 225,728 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 209,134 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 185,105 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 184,903 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 160,896 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 156,986 miles

General corrosion at prescribed area + suspension components

Pass 10 May 2018 152,672 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 143,087 miles

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 30 Sep 2016 136,069 miles

front registration plate deterioted

Pass 27 Jan 2016 125,782 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 27 Jan 2016 125,780 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid motor not working (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2015 94,139 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jan 2015 94,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 68,011 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 53,577 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 28,502 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 22,821 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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FP08 NZG is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FP08 NZG, 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 FP08 NZG registered?

FP08 NZG is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is FP08 NZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 NZG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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