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PL08 GMZ

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

137,631 mi
Last recorded137,631 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 GMZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 137,631 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded various (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2x (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front headlamp len's faded

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2x slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2x (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

fuel pipes corroded

under body corroded in places

various shock-absorber casing corroded

Pass 9 Dec 2021 127,471 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 118,510 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 103,617 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 100,617 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2018 100,614 miles

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

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 89,769 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 78,396 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 67,595 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 56,460 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2013 46,344 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 37,009 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 27,500 miles

near side rear light lens cracked

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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PL08 GMZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PL08 GMZ, 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 PL08 GMZ registered?

PL08 GMZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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