MOT Status
ValidMileage
175,053 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
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GL08 VST 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 78.9%.
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 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 VST, 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 VST registered?
GL08 VST is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 21 June 2008.
Is GL08 VST safe to buy?
The MOT history for GL08 VST shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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