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LM57 BNF

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

333,745 mi
Last recorded333,745 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 BNF
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 333,745 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2026 333,745 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 298,991 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 275,712 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 239,799 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 203,072 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 162,699 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 145,032 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 124,265 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 96,837 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 95,781 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2

Pass 18 Jan 2016 94,601 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 93,909 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 92,530 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 87,993 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 80,673 miles

emmisions exempt

Pass 21 Dec 2010 62,789 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 62,789 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LM57 BNF is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black 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 LM57 BNF, 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 LM57 BNF registered?

LM57 BNF is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 16 January 2008.

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