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GU57 ZHV

2008 Toyota Prius

Bronze Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,268 mi
Last recorded89,268 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 ZHV
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 89,268 miles

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

Offside Front MIRROR TAPED UP

Pass 28 Dec 2022 83,834 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 83,702 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 79,531 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 76,674 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 74,411 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 70,533 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 65,112 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 62,109 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 51,602 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 41,022 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 28,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 28,372 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 20,167 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 17,016 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 15,037 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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GU57 ZHV is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Bronze with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GU57 ZHV, 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 GU57 ZHV registered?

GU57 ZHV is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is GU57 ZHV safe to buy?

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