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FP08 VRZ

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

218,576 mi
Last recorded218,576 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 VRZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 218,576 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

ubcc

Fail 22 Apr 2026 218,575 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

ubcc

Pass 29 Mar 2025 216,162 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 212,510 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 201,350 miles

general under tray fitted

rear end corroded

tested in wet condition

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2020 201,280 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 189,974 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 177,385 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 177,323 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 163,051 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 140,033 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear axle (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Nov 2017 140,033 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear axle (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working Both rear lamps (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2017 137,875 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 123,772 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 109,628 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 97,388 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 97,388 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)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 80,538 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 80,538 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2015 77,553 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 69,752 miles
Pass 26 May 2013 62,530 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2012 51,706 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 40,354 miles

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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FP08 VRZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 FP08 VRZ, 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 VRZ registered?

FP08 VRZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is FP08 VRZ safe to buy?

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