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GP08 XJB

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

113,262 mi
Last recorded113,262 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 XJB
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2026 113,262 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2026 113,262 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2025 109,361 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Aug 2025 109,361 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 104,421 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 98,294 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2023 98,294 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 88,691 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 77,800 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 68,935 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 66,013 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 55,819 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 44,169 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2017 36,531 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 32,807 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 27,846 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 26,735 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 24,078 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 21,545 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 21,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 18,838 miles

front tyres worn on edges

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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GP08 XJB is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GP08 XJB, 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 GP08 XJB registered?

GP08 XJB is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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