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KT08 SLU

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,805 mi
Last recorded88,805 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 SLU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 88,805 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 85,631 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 82,682 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 78,447 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 73,924 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 67,763 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 67,763 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 63,211 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 60,770 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Apr 2017 60,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2016 56,911 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 53,734 miles

1.corrosion on exhaust system. 2.surface corrosion on brake unions. 3.corrosion on all brake discs.

Pass 7 Apr 2014 50,722 miles

1 nsf tyre wearing on outer edge 2 nsr /osr tyres slight cracking

Pass 8 Apr 2013 47,783 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 44,914 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 44,326 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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KT08 SLU is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KT08 SLU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KT08 SLU registered?

KT08 SLU is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is KT08 SLU safe to buy?

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