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AF55 KSU

2005 Toyota Prius

Silver Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

170,513 mi
Last recorded170,513 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Toyota Prius97,257 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 KSU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2021 170,513 miles

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded subframe (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

front suspension components corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2020 162,891 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jul 2020 162,891 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 155,224 miles

handbrake just met lower efficiency (16%

Pass 3 Aug 2018 147,435 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 147,435 miles

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2017 138,379 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 138,379 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 128,796 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Aug 2016 128,793 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 118,576 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 118,576 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 Jul 2014 105,655 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 105,655 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 95,967 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 82,764 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 82,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 68,533 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 61,809 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 55,116 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 42,154 miles

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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AF55 KSU is a 2005 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 97,257 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 AF55 KSU, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Prius is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AF55 KSU is a 2005 Toyota Prius, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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