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LK08 VSN

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,910 mi
Last recorded142,910 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 VSN
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 142,910 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 92,928 miles

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

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

covers + shields fitted

Fail 21 Jan 2025 92,927 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

covers + shields fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2022 92,855 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 92,804 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 91,991 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 91,991 miles

Offside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 90,860 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 90,860 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2019 89,312 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2019 89,312 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 86,182 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 82,869 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Jul 2016 80,711 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 79,177 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 76,849 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 76,849 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 73,449 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 70,772 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 60,703 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 60,700 miles

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

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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LK08 VSN is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LK08 VSN, 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 LK08 VSN registered?

LK08 VSN is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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