2008 Toyota Prius 1.5L Electric · FX08 UEL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test conducted on 25 March 2026 at 151,990 miles passed with no defects recorded, following a failure just eight days prior at 151,968 miles. While the failure record does not list specific defects, the immediate proximity of the failure and the subsequent clean pass suggests a minor administrative oversight or a simple consumable-related failure that was rectified quickly before the re-test. The mileage pattern remains consistent with the vehicle's eighteen-year age profile. With 151,990 miles recorded, the car averages approximately 8,444 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a hybrid. The data shows steady accumulation, with roughly 11,000 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 10,917 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has been driven consistently, which is often beneficial for the health of hybrid battery systems and mechanical components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components most likely to degrade on a high-mileage Prius. Given the age and mileage, an inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perished rubber or fatigue is essential. Check the brake discs for uneven wear or binding calipers, and examine the exhaust system for structural corrosion near the mounting points. Since the most recent test was clean of advisories, the structural integrity appears sound, but a close look at the underbody for rust remains prudent for a vehicle of this era.