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LS08 XUT

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

167,955 mi
Last recorded167,955 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 XUT
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 167,955 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror cover is missing (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror cover is missing (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 165,757 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged not fully secured (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2023 163,763 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 159,634 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 148,945 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 136,622 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 125,099 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 114,201 miles

Offside Front headlamp discoloured

Pass 11 Apr 2017 77,146 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 73,401 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 68,442 miles
Fail 25 May 2015 65,106 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 May 2015 65,106 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 64,737 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 57,178 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 53,247 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 46,039 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 36,808 miles

both tyres wearing inside and outside

n/s/f tyre has cut on thread but does not expose to cord or ply

Fail 24 Mar 2011 36,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both tyres wearing inside and outside

n/s/f tyre has cut on thread but does not expose to cord or ply

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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LS08 XUT is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LS08 XUT, 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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LS08 XUT is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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