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LG08 RWJ

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,750 mi
Last recorded76,750 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 RWJ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2016 76,750 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2016 76,750 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 60,767 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 60,767 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 48,920 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2014 48,920 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 40,892 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 40,892 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 29,112 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

offside front tyre very low on edges (change asap)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 17,503 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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LG08 RWJ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LG08 RWJ, 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 LG08 RWJ registered?

LG08 RWJ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is LG08 RWJ safe to buy?

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