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HG08 OJB

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,299 mi
Last recorded94,299 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 OJB
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 94,299 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 91,007 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 87,998 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 87,998 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2023 85,304 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Feb 2023 85,304 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 83,206 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 81,447 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 77,929 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 77,929 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 75,688 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 75,688 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 72,710 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 65,768 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 60,099 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 52,785 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2014 52,785 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 45,245 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 38,000 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2011 28,741 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear brake discs pitted

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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HG08 OJB is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HG08 OJB, 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 HG08 OJB registered?

HG08 OJB is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is HG08 OJB safe to buy?

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