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GV53 NXE

2003 Toyota Prius

Black Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

167,068 mi
Last recorded167,068 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Toyota Prius85,316 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 NXE
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 167,068 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 132,956 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 115,009 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 109,383 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 105,306 miles

N/s outer cv gaitor slightly damp

Pass 5 Sep 2019 101,024 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 95,060 miles

All 4 tyres worn on edges

Both rear tyres perishing

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 90,047 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 90,047 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 84,288 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 77,008 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 77,003 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 68,372 miles

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

nearside front tyre is worn on the edges

offside front tyre is worn on the edges

Pass 12 Sep 2013 61,660 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 54,451 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 46,594 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 38,420 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 31,438 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 28,005 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 23,728 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 18,503 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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GV53 NXE is a 2003 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 85,316 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GV53 NXE, 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 23 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 GV53 NXE registered?

GV53 NXE is a 2003 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is GV53 NXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 NXE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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