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RK58 VZR

2008 Toyota Prius

Red Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,448 mi
Last recorded75,448 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 75,448 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 70,173 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 68,103 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 68,062 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Oct 2018 65,996 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 65,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 60,234 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 52,892 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 52,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 48,005 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 48,005 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2014 42,117 miles

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Fail 4 Nov 2013 35,792 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 35,792 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 29,099 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

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 VZR is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Red with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VZR, 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

How do I check the history of RK58 VZR?

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What year was RK58 VZR registered?

RK58 VZR is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is RK58 VZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK58 VZR shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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