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RV08 XFL

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

129,252 mi
Last recorded129,252 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 XFL
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 129,252 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 129,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 126,436 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 126,436 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 12,887 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 117,524 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 108,457 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 105,513 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 101,308 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 101,308 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 97,162 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 91,629 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 86,819 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 81,091 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 76,025 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2013 75,955 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 May 2012 69,970 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 62,358 miles

both rear disc worn

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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RV08 XFL 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 77.8%.

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 RV08 XFL, 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 RV08 XFL registered?

RV08 XFL is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is RV08 XFL safe to buy?

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