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LP08 VXV

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

94,484 mi
Last recorded94,484 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 94,484 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 90,649 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle Mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle Mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 87,102 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 82,945 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 79,820 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 75,183 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 70,767 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 70,767 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 63,691 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 55,619 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 45,442 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 36,692 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 29,116 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 19,156 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 17,827 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 16,357 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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LP08 VXV is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 VXV, 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 VXV registered?

LP08 VXV is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is LP08 VXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 VXV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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