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GY08 XYE

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

150,927 mi
Last recorded150,927 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 XYE
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 150,927 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 146,519 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 142,083 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 137,116 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 129,369 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 113,113 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 103,367 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 103,367 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2019 98,168 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 90,973 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 83,666 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 80,599 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 72,707 miles

nearside wiper poor condition

Pass 16 Oct 2015 66,355 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 61,325 miles

front tyres scrubbing out on edges

Pass 11 Apr 2014 49,569 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 38,809 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 22,133 miles

nearside front tyre worn heavily on edges recomend replacment

Pass 13 Apr 2011 12,468 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 XYE is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 XYE, 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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What year was GY08 XYE registered?

GY08 XYE is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 14 April 2008.

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