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GV08 XMH

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

104,439 mi
Last recorded104,439 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 XMH
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 104,439 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2026 104,439 miles

Front Position lamp not working both side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 May 2025 102,572 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear ()

Coil spring corroded (Both front lower) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (Both needs polishing) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front fog lamp not working

Fail 8 May 2025 102,572 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear ()

Coil spring corroded (Both front lower) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (Both needs polishing) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front fog lamp not working

Pass 8 May 2024 101,447 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2024 101,447 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2023 100,822 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2023 100,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2022 99,992 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2022 99,992 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 98,817 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 93,821 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 89,252 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 81,794 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 76,012 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 69,561 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Minor (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 63,328 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Nov 2013 56,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 47,743 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 44,167 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2012 44,167 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2011 31,827 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 XMH is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GV08 XMH, 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 XMH is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 14 June 2008.

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