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GY08 CWX

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,596 mi
Last recorded135,596 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 CWX
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 135,596 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 123,431 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2024 123,431 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 117,523 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 111,791 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 106,301 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 100,798 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 93,336 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 85,099 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 82,542 miles

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

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

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

Fail 11 May 2017 82,461 miles

Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

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

Nearside Rear 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 22 Apr 2016 71,289 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 71,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 59,435 miles

Front brake discs corroded inner faces. Rear discs have corrosion (not excessive)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 47,704 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 39,264 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 39,264 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 29,424 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 28,835 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 19,012 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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GY08 CWX is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GY08 CWX, 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 GY08 CWX registered?

GY08 CWX is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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