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GV04 TXP

2004 Toyota Prius

Bronze Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

121,144 mi
Last recorded121,144 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Toyota Prius97,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 TXP
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2004
ColourBronze
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 121,144 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 114,172 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 114,172 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 109,867 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 107,095 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 101,861 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 99,056 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 93,515 miles

Engine malfunction indicator lamp illuminated, Hybrid vehicle

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

Fail 5 Jul 2019 93,515 miles

Engine malfunction indicator lamp illuminated, Hybrid vehicle

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 87,542 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2018 87,542 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 80,783 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 80,783 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 74,550 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 68,530 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 62,393 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 62,393 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 56,244 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 50,762 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 45,931 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 45,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 40,342 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 34,782 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 29,479 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 23,954 miles

Park brake reserve travel only just adequate (operating pedal almost at full extent of travel when applying to lock both rear wheels)

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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GV04 TXP is a 2004 Toyota Prius in Bronze with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2004 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 97,586 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 GV04 TXP, 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 22 years old, this Toyota Prius is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GV04 TXP registered?

GV04 TXP is a 2004 Toyota Prius, first registered on 31 July 2004.

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