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FV08 AFU

2008 Toyota Prius

Red Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,982 mi
Last recorded154,982 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 AFU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 154,982 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 151,857 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2024 151,856 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 149,188 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 145,303 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2021 141,158 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 136,922 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 129,400 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 124,229 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 115,685 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 5 May 2016 106,327 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Fail 5 May 2016 106,327 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 99,176 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 89,214 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 70,304 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 23 Mar 2013 70,304 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 3 Apr 2012 55,689 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 38,159 miles

front brakes 20% imbalance

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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FV08 AFU is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Red with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FV08 AFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV08 AFU registered?

FV08 AFU is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 5 April 2008.

Is FV08 AFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 AFU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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