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RA57 VRZ

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

187,073 mi
Last recorded187,073 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 VRZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 187,073 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view tiny chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 184,418 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 182,776 miles

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 180,015 miles

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 178,127 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 177,097 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2019 176,494 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 173,478 miles

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

Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 19 Jun 2018 158,895 miles

Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 19 Jun 2018 158,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 143,734 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 31 Jul 2017 132,367 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 2 Feb 2017 117,684 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 5 Aug 2016 103,740 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 89,965 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 74,463 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 72,714 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 27 May 2014 64,451 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 62,890 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2012 60,323 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 53,989 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)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 53,989 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

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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RA57 VRZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RA57 VRZ, 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 RA57 VRZ registered?

RA57 VRZ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is RA57 VRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA57 VRZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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