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SH08 RLU

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

128,232 mi
Last recorded128,232 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 RLU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 128,232 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 125,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 123,843 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 119,056 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 117,320 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 114,598 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 114,598 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 113,905 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 113,905 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 109,410 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 106,802 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking on inner edge

Pass 17 Mar 2017 105,406 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 105,406 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)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 104,221 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 100,977 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 100,977 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 98,562 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 92,198 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 81,327 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 75,715 miles

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

osf tyre worn on inner

Pass 20 Apr 2011 55,198 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Slight play in steering rack track rods

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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SH08 RLU is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SH08 RLU, 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 SH08 RLU registered?

SH08 RLU is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is SH08 RLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 RLU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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