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LT08 KVO

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

134,703 mi
Last recorded134,703 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 KVO
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 134,703 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 135,505 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 129,104 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 129,104 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 126,698 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 100,133 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 100,133 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 88,644 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 88,644 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 73,708 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 68,499 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 65,180 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 65,172 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Mar 2016 65,099 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 62,650 miles

Centre brake lamp unit has been removed

Nearside rear tyre has cut in tread, but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Offside front tyre is starting to wear on inner edge

Offside rear tyre has cut in tread, but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 13 Mar 2014 55,681 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 44,297 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 36,718 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 29,450 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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LT08 KVO is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LT08 KVO, 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 LT08 KVO registered?

LT08 KVO is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LT08 KVO safe to buy?

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