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LP08 VXZ

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

48,814 mi
Last recorded48,814 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 VXZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 48,814 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2025 48,814 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 45,288 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 40,537 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2023 40,537 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 37,970 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 36,444 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 36,443 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2021 36,436 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2019 33,509 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 33,509 miles

Front All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 31,844 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 26,801 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre Starting To crack Along edges.

Pass 28 Jan 2016 22,294 miles

rear tyres detreiorating

Fail 28 Jan 2016 22,291 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear tyres detreiorating

Pass 13 Aug 2014 18,184 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 13,721 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 8,856 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 5,693 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 VXZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LP08 VXZ, 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 VXZ registered?

LP08 VXZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 13 August 2008.

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