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HJ58 VMK

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

174,119 mi
Last recorded174,119 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ58 VMK
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 174,119 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 174,113 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 162,877 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 152,347 miles

Exhaust slightly corroded

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2018 152,347 miles

Exhaust slightly corroded

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 142,840 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 130,553 miles

Exhaust system corroded throughout

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Axle mounting bracket (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Axle mounting bracket (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 120,697 miles

corrosion throughout exhaust system

Pass 11 Nov 2014 97,037 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust sections corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 18 Nov 2013 72,937 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2013 72,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 49,722 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Nov 2011 30,197 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 28,863 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 28,863 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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HJ58 VMK is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 HJ58 VMK, 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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HJ58 VMK is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 24 September 2008.

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