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FD59 LCV

2010 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

221,042 mi
Last recorded221,042 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Toyota Prius109,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD59 LCV
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 221,042 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2026 221,042 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2024 192,886 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2024 192,886 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has excessive play Both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2023 176,062 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 157,316 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Dec 2022 157,238 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working in wing mirror housing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 142,988 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 128,525 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 124,511 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 10 Jan 2020 124,330 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Jan 2019 116,213 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 103,407 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 92,775 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 83,399 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 69,469 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Jan 2014 55,531 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 39,418 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r handbrake low effort may need adjustment or repair

slight play in both steering rack ends

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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FD59 LCV is a 2010 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 109,942 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 FD59 LCV, 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 16 years old, this Toyota Prius is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FD59 LCV registered?

FD59 LCV is a 2010 Toyota Prius, first registered on 26 January 2010.

Is FD59 LCV safe to buy?

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