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WR08 XZA

2008 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

128,611 mi
Last recorded128,611 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 XZA
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 128,611 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2025 123,611 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 118,383 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 108,726 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 102,030 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 97,821 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 22 Feb 2021 97,777 miles

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 85,402 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 78,312 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 66,180 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 60,227 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 50,754 miles

different size tyres fitted on the front axle as oppose to the rear

nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre has been driven flat

nearside rear tyre deteriorating

nearside wiper has a split end

offside rear tyre deteriorating

offside rear tyre has a cut deep enough to reach ply or cords but not in excess or requirements

undertrays fitted obscureing some underside components

winter tyre fitted to the offside front

Pass 15 Jan 2016 37,975 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 33,816 miles

rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 28 May 2014 29,763 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 25,552 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 20,794 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 15,491 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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WR08 XZA is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WR08 XZA, 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.

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WR08 XZA is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 3 July 2008.

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