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PL08 JCY

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,078 mi
Last recorded131,078 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 JCY
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 131,078 miles

slight corrosion under vehicle

Pass 17 Feb 2025 117,727 miles

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

slight corrosion under vehicle frame and suspension components front and rear

Pass 5 Mar 2024 106,274 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 99,241 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 95,651 miles

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

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

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 91,056 miles

Coil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 87,060 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 82,049 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 75,479 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 69,574 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 62,128 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 55,991 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 49,658 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 42,854 miles

rear Tyre's perished and wearing low

Pass 19 Jun 2012 35,372 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 26,973 miles

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 JCY is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JCY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL08 JCY registered?

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

Is PL08 JCY safe to buy?

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