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Toyota Prius

Silver · Electric · 2011 · 1,798 cc

8 CUMOT history

8 CU is a silver electric Toyota Prius first used on 17 Aug 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 144,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

8 CU silver Toyota Prius – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
144,896 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8 CU
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Toyota
Model
Prius
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Electric
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
17 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

8 CU was last recorded at 144,896 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,861 miles · 13 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
7,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,896 miles
  • 2025 – 142,056 miles
  • 2024 – 133,909 miles
  • 2023 – 128,847 miles
  • 2022 – 122,610 miles
  • 2021 – 119,220 miles
  • 2020 – 115,966 miles
  • 2019 – 114,292 miles
  • 2018 – 107,195 miles
  • 2017 – 100,527 miles
  • 2016 – 85,868 miles
  • 2015 – 70,173 miles
  • 2014 – 49,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,896 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside of zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,896 miles (+35)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    144,896 miles
    Test number
    550606730932
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside of zone 'A' (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail144,861 miles (+2,805)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,861 miles
    Test number
    984006462229
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCheck hybrid system warning on dash
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass142,056 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    142,056 miles
    Test number
    198163167129
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail142,054 miles (+8,145)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,054 miles
    Test number
    130674930106
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake performance poor nearside rear
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass133,909 miles (+5,062)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    133,909 miles
    Test number
    443102653048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (215/45/17) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass128,847 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    128,847 miles
    Test number
    425990993459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc discoloured.signs of overheating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail128,847 miles (+6,237)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,847 miles
    Test number
    893925617569
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc discoloured.signs of overheating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass122,610 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    122,610 miles
    Test number
    125858916757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail122,610 miles (+3,390)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,610 miles
    Test number
    796752782531
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f headlamp levelling not tested

  10. Pass119,220 miles (+3,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,220 miles
    Test number
    682906620737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass115,966 miles (+1,674)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    115,966 miles
    Test number
    727171292862
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass114,292 miles (+7,097)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    114,292 miles
    Test number
    921205842139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,195 miles (+6,668)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    107,195 miles
    Test number
    233265376267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear pads wearing low 4m
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under vehicle covers fitted

  14. Pass100,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,527 miles
    Test number
    349166984286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail100,527 miles (+14,659)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,527 miles
    Test number
    760286529351
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass85,868 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,868 miles
    Test number
    803745039586
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail85,868 miles (+15,695)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,868 miles
    Test number
    726616717908
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass70,173 miles (+20,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,173 miles
    Test number
    639967065270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass49,622 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    49,622 miles
    Test number
    357715024220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about 8 CU

What vehicle is registration 8 CU currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8 CU on a silver electric Toyota Prius first used on 17 Aug 2011. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 8 CU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8 CU is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 8 CU?
The MOT on 8 CU is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 8 CU done?
8 CU was recorded at 144,896 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 7,900 miles a year.
Has 8 CU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8 CU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on 8 CU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 8 CU find?
8 CU passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside of zone 'a'; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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