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CX05 ZHB

2005 Toyota Prius

Blue Petrol 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

159,353 mi
Last recorded159,353 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Prius97,257 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 ZHB
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 159,353 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear axle and suspension components showing corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis and rear innersills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 146,982 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle showing corrosion

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis and innersills showing corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 137,026 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and suspension arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security innersills and axle mount area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 131,279 miles

age related general corrosion notice and advised

Fail 8 Feb 2023 131,279 miles

age related general corrosion notice and advised

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 130,227 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 128,951 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes slightly corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 127,652 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 124,818 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 122,759 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 118,176 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 113,919 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 109,295 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 104,357 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 98,783 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 90,948 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 84,768 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 84,768 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 70,381 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 56,545 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 42,256 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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CX05 ZHB is a 2005 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CX05 ZHB, 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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CX05 ZHB is a 2005 Toyota Prius, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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