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RJ08 CEF

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,137 mi
Last recorded75,137 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 CEF
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 75,137 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 71,257 miles

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

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

general corrosion under body and components

Pass 11 May 2024 61,746 miles

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

general corrosion under body and components

Pass 14 Sep 2023 52,591 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides heavily worn inner (5.2.3 (e))

covers + shields fitted

under vehicle + all steering / suspension components corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2022 51,335 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 47,585 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Jun 2020 41,325 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 41,322 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 38,303 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 34,961 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 32,345 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 28,845 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 25,719 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 22,641 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 22,641 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2013 20,096 miles

rear seats and seat belts not inspected

Pass 3 May 2012 15,532 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 9,394 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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RJ08 CEF is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc other 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 RJ08 CEF, 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 RJ08 CEF registered?

RJ08 CEF is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is RJ08 CEF safe to buy?

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