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2008 Toyota Prius
MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
166,724 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front tyre over 10yrs old
Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front tyre over 10yrs old
Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
nearside rear tyre tread slightly out of shape
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
front brakes pads and discs slightly worn
How Reliable is the Toyota Prius?
Based on 1,959,742 MOT tests across 148,686 vehicles.
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GY08 YYR is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 YYR, 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 YYR registered?
GY08 YYR is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 28 April 2008.
Is GY08 YYR safe to buy?
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