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FY08 DNX

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

120,006 mi
Last recorded120,006 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 DNX
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 120,006 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 118,513 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 116,802 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2024 116,802 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 107,876 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2023 107,815 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 93,867 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 93,867 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 85,855 miles

car has slight surface rust

Pass 29 Jun 2020 84,719 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 84,719 miles

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire fuel tank (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2019 80,237 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 72,433 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 61,447 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 56,168 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 54,005 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 54,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 47,337 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 40,313 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 32,366 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 25,691 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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FY08 DNX is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,500cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY08 DNX, 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 FY08 DNX registered?

FY08 DNX is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FY08 DNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 DNX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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