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FV59 LJY

2010 Toyota Prius

Blue Electric 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,739 mi
Last recorded118,739 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2010 Toyota Prius109,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 LJY
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 118,739 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 93,229 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jul 2023 93,229 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 74,136 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 74,136 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2022 74,133 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment foot pedal (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 60,604 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 60,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 56,436 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 52,327 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 50,704 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 49,466 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 46,933 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 42,315 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 42,315 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 36,276 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion & discolouring on front brake discs

corrosion on n/s/r brake disc

Fail 11 Jan 2013 28,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 28,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FV59 LJY is a 2010 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,797cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FV59 LJY, 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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FV59 LJY is a 2010 Toyota Prius, first registered on 19 January 2010.

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