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GL08 DXF

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

61,303 mi
Last recorded61,303 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 DXF
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 61,303 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 58,766 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 56,851 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 56,851 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 54,942 miles

Inner brake pads not clearly visible at time of test

Under trays and engine covers fitted at time of test

Pass 6 Apr 2017 53,199 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2017 53,199 miles

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

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 11 May 2016 51,053 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 51,053 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2015 48,396 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 May 2014 45,350 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 40,086 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 40,086 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 34,481 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Apr 2011 28,852 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 DXF is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 GL08 DXF, 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 GL08 DXF registered?

GL08 DXF is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is GL08 DXF safe to buy?

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