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LM08 KJU

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

278,796 mi
Last recorded278,796 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 KJU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 278,796 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 258,439 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 239,145 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2022 216,942 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 179,916 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 179,006 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 157,323 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 157,101 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 135,705 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 119,987 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 10 May 2016 105,453 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 90,812 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2015 90,812 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 76,060 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 May 2013 61,228 miles

0/s rear tyre is wearing on the outer tread

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

wiper blades

Pass 27 Apr 2012 52,215 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 41,140 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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LM08 KJU is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LM08 KJU, 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 LM08 KJU registered?

LM08 KJU is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is LM08 KJU safe to buy?

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