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MJ08 XSZ

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

264,036 mi
Last recorded264,036 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 XSZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2018 264,036 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 258,292 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 222,569 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 195,122 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 159,455 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 156,937 miles

O/S/F Tyre worn on edge.

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 139,060 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 139,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 109,390 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 82,714 miles

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

Note:Offside rear brake disc slightly scored.

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

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 XSZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XSZ, 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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MJ08 XSZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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