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GU08 FOC

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,164 mi
Last recorded101,164 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 FOC
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 101,164 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 98,732 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 96,271 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 96,271 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 94,003 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 89,117 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 89,117 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 84,452 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2020 84,452 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2019 78,600 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 75,100 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 72,158 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2017 72,121 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 67,672 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 62,320 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 54,262 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 43,370 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 34,201 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 34,201 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 23,962 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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GU08 FOC is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU08 FOC, 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 GU08 FOC registered?

GU08 FOC is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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