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GK08 ZXH

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

146,587 mi
Last recorded146,587 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 ZXH
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 146,587 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2026 146,586 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 135,095 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 128,439 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 120,104 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 112,192 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 104,554 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 100,336 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 95,076 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 89,166 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 84,830 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 80,464 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 75,146 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 68,717 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 59,051 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 48,825 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 48,825 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2011 39,285 miles

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

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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GK08 ZXH is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GK08 ZXH, 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 GK08 ZXH registered?

GK08 ZXH is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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