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MM08 RYC

2008 Toyota Prius

Bronze Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

126,895 mi
Last recorded126,895 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM08 RYC
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 126,895 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 121,881 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2025 121,881 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 100,182 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 86,614 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 77,820 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jul 2019 75,214 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear fuel tank hose bracket has corrosion

Rear hub component has corrosion

Pass 5 Jul 2018 72,610 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 May 2017 71,769 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 71,769 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 May 2016 69,614 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 67,240 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 May 2015 67,240 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 60,006 miles

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

offside rear tyre has damage to outer wall

Pass 31 May 2013 51,786 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 41,938 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 34,194 miles

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

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

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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MM08 RYC is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Bronze with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MM08 RYC, 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 MM08 RYC registered?

MM08 RYC is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is MM08 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM08 RYC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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