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NG08 ETU

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,376 mi
Last recorded44,376 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG08 ETU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2014 44,376 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear n/s tyre wear on outer side wall

Pass 14 Jun 2013 35,596 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear n/s and o/s brake discs slight pitting

rear n/s and o/s tyres cracks in treads/side walls

Pass 25 May 2012 28,528 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front and rear n/s and o/s brake discs slight pitting

n/s side sill slight damage

rear n/s tyre cut in tread

Pass 24 May 2011 20,615 miles

advise n/s and o/s front brake discs slight pitting.

advise n/s front tyre WORN on inner edge.

Fail 24 May 2011 20,615 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

advise n/s and o/s front brake discs slight pitting.

advise n/s front tyre WORN on inner edge.

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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NG08 ETU is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NG08 ETU, 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 NG08 ETU registered?

NG08 ETU is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is NG08 ETU safe to buy?

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