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RA08 HLG

2008 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

106,142 mi
Last recorded106,142 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 HLG
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 106,142 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2025 106,142 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 104,655 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 102,440 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 99,097 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 94,697 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 88,135 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 78,237 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 66,527 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 55,172 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 44,527 miles

both rear tyres wearing outer edge

Pass 30 Nov 2015 37,455 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 31,272 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 18,163 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 14,849 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 12,515 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 10,112 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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RA08 HLG is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RA08 HLG, 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 RA08 HLG registered?

RA08 HLG is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is RA08 HLG safe to buy?

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