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AP09 ACU

2009 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

254,311 mi
Last recorded254,311 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 Toyota Prius98,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP09 ACU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 254,311 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s/r & n/s/r around axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2021 254,310 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s/r & n/s/r around axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 229,300 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 229,300 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 193,216 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 191,476 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 147,452 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Around axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 101,068 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 60,963 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules n/s/r (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules o/s/r (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 26,714 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 26,633 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 25,399 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 23,542 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 21,020 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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AP09 ACU is a 2009 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 98,016 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 AP09 ACU, 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 17 years old, this Toyota Prius is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AP09 ACU is a 2009 Toyota Prius, first registered on 20 August 2009.

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