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RK58 VXU

2008 Toyota Prius

Red Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

124,399 mi
Last recorded124,399 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 VXU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 124,399 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 118,994 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2024 113,657 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 107,300 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 98,529 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 90,388 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 84,346 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 78,601 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 69,971 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 65,898 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2015 58,646 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 58,646 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 51,687 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 51,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 43,697 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 37,570 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2012 37,570 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2011 30,489 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 30,489 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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RK58 VXU is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Red with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RK58 VXU, 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 RK58 VXU registered?

RK58 VXU is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is RK58 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK58 VXU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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