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GL08 DXE

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

228,124 mi
Last recorded228,124 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 DXE
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 228,124 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 214,344 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 211,033 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 201,615 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 188,325 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 177,125 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 166,835 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 154,737 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 153,507 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 146,481 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2015 146,476 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 135,439 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

osf tyre outer wall deteriorating

Pass 14 Apr 2014 123,452 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 110,375 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 94,502 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 79,969 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 71,794 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 May 2011 53,406 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 25 May 2011 53,406 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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GL08 DXE is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc electric 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 GL08 DXE, 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 GL08 DXE registered?

GL08 DXE is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is GL08 DXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 DXE 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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