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LP08 GSO

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

76,249 mi
Last recorded76,249 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 GSO
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 76,249 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 74,217 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 71,863 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 69,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2022 67,472 miles

Offside Rear Bumper has impact damage

Pass 13 May 2021 66,325 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 64,963 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 62,517 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 60,341 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 58,135 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195 55 13 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Jun 2016 53,081 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 47,232 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 39,630 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 31,920 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 26,613 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 22,206 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 22,116 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)

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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LP08 GSO is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LP08 GSO, 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 LP08 GSO registered?

LP08 GSO is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is LP08 GSO safe to buy?

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