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ML08 XWZ

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,161 mi
Last recorded59,161 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 XWZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2020 59,161 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 May 2019 54,332 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 50,463 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 46,680 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 43,737 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 40,972 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Rear axle bushs deteriorated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2014 31,152 miles

Front brake discs corroded on inner surface

Windscreen wipers smear and start to split

Pass 22 Apr 2013 26,734 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Apr 2013 26,734 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Apr 2012 23,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front brake discs slightly worn

both rear tyres perished/split

n/s/f tyre slightly perished

Pass 27 Apr 2011 19,325 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre slightly perished

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s/f tyre slightly perished

o/s/r tyre perished

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 XWZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XWZ, 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 XWZ registered?

ML08 XWZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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The MOT history for ML08 XWZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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