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NV08 NCY

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

147,861 mi
Last recorded147,861 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 NCY
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 147,861 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 30 Jun 2026 147,859 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2025 140,039 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 135,698 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 129,323 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 122,035 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 113,882 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 104,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 98,298 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 94,579 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 89,680 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 81,270 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 81,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure & on 2mm tread (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 73,728 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 64,520 miles

both front and rear brake discs corroded and pitted to edges

Pass 24 Jun 2013 56,794 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 51,157 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 41,592 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

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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NV08 NCY is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc electric 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 NV08 NCY, 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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NV08 NCY is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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