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LM08 UFY

2008 Toyota Prius

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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

154,159 mi
Last recorded154,159 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 UFY
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 154,159 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 154,159 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 146,605 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 129,826 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 110,035 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 92,406 miles

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

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 79,159 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 62,958 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 62,958 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 56,578 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 56,578 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2013 41,803 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 34,452 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 27,598 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 UFY is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LM08 UFY, 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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LM08 UFY is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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