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LO08 CAA

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

207,812 mi
Last recorded207,812 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 CAA
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 207,812 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2026 207,744 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 196,796 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both,lens cloudy. (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2024 184,941 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2023 178,883 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2023 178,883 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2022 166,582 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 145,843 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 133,345 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 133,307 miles

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2018 110,595 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 79,251 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 52,570 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 33,520 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 32,298 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 29,104 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 25,828 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 23,479 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,530 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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LO08 CAA is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LO08 CAA, 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 LO08 CAA registered?

LO08 CAA is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 16 June 2008.

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