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K555 TAF

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Fuel cells 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

106,293 mi
Last recorded106,293 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK555 TAF
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeFuel cells
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 106,293 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 100,525 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2025 100,525 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 96,198 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 91,240 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2023 91,240 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2022 84,321 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 75,890 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2019 67,485 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 59,713 miles

Covers and shields fitted

Pass 16 May 2017 53,452 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 47,277 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 27 Jul 2015 46,595 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Nearside front wiper blade split

Pass 26 Aug 2014 44,653 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 41,840 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 38,310 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 35,363 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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K555 TAF is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc fuel cells engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 K555 TAF, 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 K555 TAF registered?

K555 TAF is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is K555 TAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K555 TAF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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