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LR08 JDO

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

301,210 mi
Last recorded301,210 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 JDO
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 301,210 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 288,620 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 Jan 2022 288,617 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Jan 2021 252,020 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 233,866 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 209,775 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 190,008 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 188,734 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2016 188,733 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear 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)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 187,463 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 173,429 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 163,519 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 163,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 152,737 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 135,992 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 135,912 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 122,291 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 122,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 104,181 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 88,089 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 88,089 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 69,274 miles

o/s/f sidelight sometimes[u] have to tap

Pass 9 Aug 2011 62,768 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 49,908 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 49,908 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 38,442 miles

Unable to clearly inspect front and rear pads due to visiblilty

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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LR08 JDO is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 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 LR08 JDO, 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 LR08 JDO registered?

LR08 JDO is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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