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WR08 YOJ

2008 Toyota Prius

Silver Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

135,520 mi
Last recorded135,520 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Toyota Prius95,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 YOJ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 135,520 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 127,924 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 120,599 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2022 115,254 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Fail 29 Oct 2022 115,254 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 16 Oct 2021 109,695 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 105,667 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 May 2019 98,702 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2018 93,168 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 87,222 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2017 87,222 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 12 May 2016 80,625 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Pass 1 May 2015 74,139 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 68,276 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 62,136 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 56,049 miles

O/s/r tyre perished

Fail 10 May 2012 56,049 miles

O/s/r tyre perished

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2011 48,712 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 48,712 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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 YOJ is a 2008 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 WR08 YOJ, 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 WR08 YOJ registered?

WR08 YOJ is a 2008 Toyota Prius, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is WR08 YOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 YOJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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