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GL08 UGZ

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,949 mi
Last recorded122,949 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 UGZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 122,949 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 122,949 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 116,470 miles

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

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair application slightly uneven (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair application slightly uneven (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 110,657 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective osf/nsf (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2m of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 100,575 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 91,252 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/s and o/s Lens cloudy/perished (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 82,601 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 72,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tailpipe before backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 68,227 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 61,390 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 56,166 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 56,166 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 53,799 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 50,270 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 50,270 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 44,713 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 36,283 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 27,326 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 UGZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc other 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 GL08 UGZ, 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 UGZ registered?

GL08 UGZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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The MOT history for GL08 UGZ 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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