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Black · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2010 · 1,797 cc

J8 SYGMOT history

J8 SYG is a black hybrid electric (clean) Toyota Prius first used on 1 Feb 2010. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 198,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

J8 SYG black Toyota Prius – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
198,596 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 SYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Prius
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,797 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Feb 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 SYG was last recorded at 198,596 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,595 miles · 9 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
11,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,596 miles
  • 2025 – 194,556 miles
  • 2024 – 191,429 miles
  • 2023 – 188,331 miles
  • 2021 – 184,241 miles
  • 2020 – 182,280 miles
  • 2019 – 159,538 miles
  • 2018 – 139,182 miles
  • 2017 – 123,593 miles
  • 2016 – 112,154 miles
  • 2015 – 90,782 miles
  • 2014 – 66,052 miles
  • 2013 – 46,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,596 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated NSF and OSF

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,596 miles (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    198,596 miles
    Test number
    571274621818
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail198,595 miles (+4,039)5 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,595 miles
    Test number
    795032449555
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Signs of heat to disc and pads (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Size: 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass194,556 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    194,556 miles
    Test number
    179792213892
    • Advisory(Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components)
    • AdvisoryManufactures undertray fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail194,556 miles (+3,127)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,556 miles
    Test number
    921382639043
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Advisory(Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components)
    • AdvisoryManufactures undertray fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass191,429 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    191,429 miles
    Test number
    552508947056
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated NSF and OSF (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF and OSF (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail191,428 miles (+3,097)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,428 miles
    Test number
    731621048989
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated NSF and OSF (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR and OSR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF and OSF (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass188,331 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    188,331 miles
    Test number
    423474669676
    • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components. Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

  8. Fail188,329 miles (+4,088)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,329 miles
    Test number
    755664250462
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested LIGHT INTENSITY REDUCED (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding SIGNS OF HEAT TO DISC AND BRAKE PAD (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested LIGHT INTENSITY REDUCED (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components. Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

  9. Pass184,241 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    184,241 miles
    Test number
    696073687404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail184,241 miles (+1,961)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,241 miles
    Test number
    695214571983
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass182,280 miles (+9,899)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    182,280 miles
    Test number
    861532806104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass172,381 miles (+12,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    172,381 miles
    Test number
    475957734364
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass159,538 miles (+11,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    159,538 miles
    Test number
    226367318901
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass148,448 miles (+9,266)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    148,448 miles
    Test number
    851514854320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass139,182 miles (+7,272)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,182 miles
    Test number
    678236167967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass131,910 miles (+8,317)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    131,910 miles
    Test number
    986090068644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass123,593 miles (+1,523)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    123,593 miles
    Test number
    263583768019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass122,070 miles (+9,916)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    122,070 miles
    Test number
    572938550853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass112,154 miles (+7,652)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    112,154 miles
    Test number
    582452758701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass104,502 miles (+4,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    104,502 miles
    Test number
    811187762412
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit bothsides on edges (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass100,347 miles (+9,565)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    100,347 miles
    Test number
    243326780009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass90,782 miles (+11,821)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    90,782 miles
    Test number
    576356015277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,961 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,961 miles
    Test number
    499330345099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail78,961 miles (+12,909)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,961 miles
    Test number
    839440045098
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass66,052 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,052 miles
    Test number
    307173724477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail60,718 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,718 miles
    Test number
    698061434007
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  27. Pass60,718 miles (+13,779)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    60,718 miles
    Test number
    967181534040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass46,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,939 miles
    Test number
    335504823009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 SYG

Does J8 SYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 SYG is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 SYG?
The MOT on J8 SYG is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 SYG done?
J8 SYG was recorded at 198,596 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 11,622 miles a year.
Has J8 SYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 SYG has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 SYG 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 J8 SYG find?
J8 SYG passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 7 more.

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