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DX52 JZC

2002 Toyota Prius

Silver Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

151,578 mi
Last recorded151,578 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Toyota Prius83,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 JZC
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 151,578 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 139,360 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F Tyre has Cracks on Sidewalls

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Surface Corrosion on Chassis and Suspension all around Vehicle

Pass 13 Jan 2014 134,784 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

drivers door check strap broken

Pass 9 Jan 2013 123,066 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 123,066 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 117,020 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 117,020 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 109,220 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Windscreen Washers Weak In Operation

Fail 8 Dec 2009 109,219 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Brake Disc's Corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre Deformed On Tread

Rear Brakes Binding

Windscreen Washers Weak In Operation

Pass 16 Dec 2008 98,756 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 83,940 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 83,936 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 76,823 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 68,335 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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DX52 JZC is a 2002 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 83,628 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 DX52 JZC, 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 24 years old, this Toyota Prius is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX52 JZC registered?

DX52 JZC is a 2002 Toyota Prius, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is DX52 JZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 JZC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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