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2010 Toyota Prius
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172,650 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake disc worn, but not excessively all around. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Brake pad(s) wearing thin all around. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lamp lens defective(cracked covered with tape). (4.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Brake disc worn, but not excessively all around. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Brake pad(s) wearing thin all around. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lamp lens defective(cracked covered with tape). (4.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
Front Position lamp not working Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Body not fully secure bumper and bonnet (6.2.2 (a) (i))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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FV59 NKX is a 2010 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,797cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 FV59 NKX, 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 NKX is a 2010 Toyota Prius, first registered on 13 January 2010.
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