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GU58 YYT

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

343,831 mi
Last recorded343,831 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 YYT
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 343,831 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 342,719 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 342,719 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 339,174 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 336,818 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 330,507 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 325,533 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 299,331 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 279,046 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 258,329 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 239,393 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 234,925 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 215,797 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 194,057 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 194,057 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 175,529 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 157,218 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 133,038 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 113,192 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Sep 2012 113,192 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 91,011 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 74,156 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GU58 YYT is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GU58 YYT, 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 GU58 YYT registered?

GU58 YYT is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 23 September 2008.

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The MOT history for GU58 YYT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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