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ML08 XWV

2008 Toyota Prius

Red Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

252,301 mi
Last recorded252,301 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 XWV
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 252,301 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 189,116 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 14,915 miles

All tyres starting to crack, but not deep enough to reach the cords.

N/S/F foglamp lens holed.

Rear wiper blade split.

Pass 30 Mar 2011 11,610 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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ML08 XWV is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Red with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ML08 XWV, 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 ML08 XWV registered?

ML08 XWV is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 24 April 2008.

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