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SM08 VDY

2008 Toyota Prius

Blue Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

114,192 mi
Last recorded114,192 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 VDY
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2022 114,192 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 114,181 miles

exhaust rusty

nearside front tyre cut on sidewall

Pass 23 Jun 2017 112,970 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 110,825 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 101,632 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 83,825 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 81,100 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 78,022 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 78,022 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Aug 2011 70,860 miles

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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SM08 VDY is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SM08 VDY, 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 SM08 VDY registered?

SM08 VDY is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is SM08 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 VDY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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