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GV08 UBR

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

155,397 mi
Last recorded155,397 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 UBR
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 155,397 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases been repaired poorly and corroded mounts (6.1.2 (a))

Front shock absorber dust boots split and adrift

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

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

Nearside Front fog lamp inop not testable due to age

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose been taped in place (secure) (3.3 (b) (i))

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

corrosion present to under body , inner chassis area and suspension mountings

Fail 18 May 2026 155,385 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases been repaired poorly and corroded mounts (6.1.2 (a))

Front shock absorber dust boots split and adrift

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

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

Nearside Front fog lamp inop not testable due to age

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose been taped in place (secure) (3.3 (b) (i))

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

corrosion present to under body , inner chassis area and suspension mountings

Pass 11 Jun 2025 146,838 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 137,915 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 130,596 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2022 124,285 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear silencer box deteriorating

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

Pass 6 May 2021 114,761 miles

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

Rear check both sides brake pads at next service with wheels off

Pass 2 Jun 2020 112,755 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 112,755 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 103,303 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2019 103,303 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 88,551 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 80,291 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 74,580 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 68,465 miles

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

Nearside rear discs slightly corroded

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 63,921 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 50,258 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 39,496 miles

osf nsf tyres worn on edges

osr nsr tyres perished

Pass 7 Jun 2011 29,374 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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GV08 UBR is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GV08 UBR, 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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GV08 UBR is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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