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Toyota Prius

Silver · Electric · 2008 · 1,497 cc

LP08 GCUMOT history

LP08 GCU is a silver electric Toyota Prius first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 280,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2023.

LP08 GCU silver Toyota Prius – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2024
Mileage
280,381 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2023
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
19,335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 GCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Prius
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Electric
Engine size
1,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 GCU was last recorded at 280,381 miles on 4 Dec 2023, 4,703 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
275,678 miles · 13 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4,703 miles
Average per year
19,335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 280,381 miles
  • 2022 – 275,678 miles
  • 2021 – 271,963 miles
  • 2020 – 257,207 miles
  • 2019 – 231,408 miles
  • 2018 – 189,359 miles
  • 2017 – 153,754 miles
  • 2016 – 121,226 miles
  • 2015 – 97,232 miles
  • 2014 – 69,809 miles
  • 2013 – 56,521 miles
  • 2012 – 48,402 miles
  • 2011 – 39,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass280,381 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass280,381 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    280,381 miles
    Test number
    337657731376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass275,678 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    275,678 miles
    Test number
    387467885538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass271,963 miles (+14,756)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    271,963 miles
    Test number
    755165217638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass257,207 miles (+776)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    257,207 miles
    Test number
    811736773289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail256,431 miles (+25,023)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,431 miles
    Test number
    191798638280
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear pipe blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass231,408 miles (+42,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    231,408 miles
    Test number
    745503331546
    • 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))
  7. Pass189,359 miles (+91)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    189,359 miles
    Test number
    140350702725
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail189,268 miles (+35,514)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,268 miles
    Test number
    441557903422
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass153,754 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    153,754 miles
    Test number
    752941869711
    • AdvisoryFront both front arm bushes filled with grease
  10. Fail153,740 miles (+32,514)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,740 miles
    Test number
    865860189531
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront both front arm bushes filled with grease
  11. Pass121,226 miles (+23,994)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    121,226 miles
    Test number
    579301806265
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass97,232 miles (+27,423)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    97,232 miles
    Test number
    606686670476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,809 miles (+4,827)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,809 miles
    Test number
    429590554371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,982 miles (+8,461)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,982 miles
    Test number
    178263584127
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass56,521 miles (+8,119)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    56,521 miles
    Test number
    326318463130
    • NoteFront brake discs worn & corroded, front brake pads low. rear brake discs corroded & rear brake pads scored. front brake imbalance high
  16. Pass48,402 miles (+8,830)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,402 miles
    Test number
    318628962137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    39,572 miles
    Test number
    227912671449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 GCU

Does LP08 GCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 GCU expired on 15 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 GCU?
The MOT on LP08 GCU expired on 15 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 GCU done?
LP08 GCU was recorded at 280,381 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2023, an average of 19,335 miles a year.
Has LP08 GCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 GCU has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LP08 GCU 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 LP08 GCU find?
LP08 GCU passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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