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LC57 RJZ

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,169 mi
Last recorded63,169 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 RJZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 63,169 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2026 63,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlight lens is cloudy (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlight lens is cloudy (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 61,777 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 60,321 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 60,321 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 58,942 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 57,782 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2022 57,782 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 54,773 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 54,773 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 52,471 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 48,763 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 48,763 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 45,375 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 42,252 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 39,253 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 39,253 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 33,385 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 28,752 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 24,738 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 20,142 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 20,142 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 15,798 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 15,798 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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LC57 RJZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LC57 RJZ, 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 LC57 RJZ registered?

LC57 RJZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 29 January 2008.

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