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LA08 DKK

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

147,394 mi
Last recorded147,394 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 DKK
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2020 147,394 miles

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

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

Nearside Front fog lamp inop & lens damaged

oil level low

Fail 17 Jun 2020 147,394 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front fog lamp inop & lens damaged

oil level low

Pass 3 Jul 2019 131,576 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front fog lamp damaged

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

oil level low

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 3 Jul 2018 110,802 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 99,415 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 88,941 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 80,885 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 80,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 70,109 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 69,936 miles

Nearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 58,793 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 46,330 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 29 Jul 2011 32,636 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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LA08 DKK is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,500cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LA08 DKK, 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 LA08 DKK registered?

LA08 DKK is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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