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SJ08 NTV

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

135,546 mi
Last recorded135,546 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 NTV
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 135,546 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2024 132,865 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 130,155 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2023 130,154 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2022 128,440 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 126,652 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 125,803 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 123,609 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 121,607 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 115,277 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 106,009 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

child seat

Fail 23 Apr 2016 106,009 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

child seat

Fail 18 Apr 2015 100,802 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 100,802 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 94,997 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

presenter adviced

Pass 19 Apr 2013 90,296 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 90,296 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 84,583 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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SJ08 NTV is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc petrol 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 SJ08 NTV, 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 SJ08 NTV registered?

SJ08 NTV is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is SJ08 NTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ08 NTV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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