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N700 NKS

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

244,021 mi
Last recorded244,021 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN700 NKS
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 244,021 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

headlamp lenses faded

some surface corrosion around rear suspension

Pass 7 Jul 2025 239,046 miles

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

headlamp lenses faded

some surface corrosion on rear suspension

Pass 24 Jun 2024 232,485 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

headlamp lenses faded

Pass 10 Jul 2023 227,231 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 May 2022 220,084 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 212,667 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 200,657 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 186,368 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 169,893 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 144,973 miles

o/s/f fog lamp broken

Pass 29 Jun 2015 122,323 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 122,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 98,634 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 74,829 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2012 49,170 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 27,142 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 24,786 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 24,786 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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N700 NKS is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N700 NKS, 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 N700 NKS registered?

N700 NKS is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is N700 NKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N700 NKS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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