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VN08 ZKU

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

175,842 mi
Last recorded175,842 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN08 ZKU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2026 175,842 miles

Rear Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

Pass 28 May 2025 170,079 miles

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 28 May 2025 170,079 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2024 160,128 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 151,419 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 151,419 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2022 136,323 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 123,135 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle chassis mount corroded

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

Offside Rear Axle chassis mount corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2020 113,352 miles

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Jun 2019 103,953 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 91,030 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 82,160 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 75,015 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 65,718 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 60,012 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 50,596 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 38,984 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 25,669 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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VN08 ZKU is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VN08 ZKU, 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 VN08 ZKU registered?

VN08 ZKU is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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The MOT history for VN08 ZKU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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