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MJ08 THZ

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

218,449 mi
Last recorded218,449 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 THZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 218,449 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 210,184 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 205,588 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 198,525 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 188,618 miles

Nearside Rear 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 10 Oct 2020 181,174 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 175,700 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 175,700 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 165,541 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 154,382 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 149,820 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 149,820 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 142,063 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 142,063 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 137,633 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 136,164 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 129,375 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 118,498 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 118,498 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 97,253 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 66,165 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 44,800 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 40,799 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 33,297 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 22,488 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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MJ08 THZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 MJ08 THZ, 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 MJ08 THZ registered?

MJ08 THZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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