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LG08 UAJ

2008 Toyota Prius

Bronze Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

182,920 mi
Last recorded182,920 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 UAJ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 182,920 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2025 167,936 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 141,729 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 117,277 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 110,511 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 110,511 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 99,021 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear seats dropped preventing the inspection of any components

Pass 17 Mar 2020 90,166 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side inner outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 77,436 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 73,701 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 73,701 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 66,130 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 59,504 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 52,236 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 46,368 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 38,320 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 31,207 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 24,404 miles

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

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 UAJ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Bronze with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 LG08 UAJ, 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 LG08 UAJ registered?

LG08 UAJ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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