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GV59 XTJ

2010 Toyota Prius

Silver Electric 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

171,020 mi
Last recorded171,020 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Toyota Prius109,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV59 XTJ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 171,020 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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 Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front bumper disconnected

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 171,020 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front bumper disconnected

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 163,667 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 152,227 miles

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

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

slight knock from lower steering joint

Fail 11 Jan 2024 152,227 miles

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

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

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

slight knock from lower steering joint

Pass 23 Jan 2023 137,041 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 124,534 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 116,956 miles

Heat shield corroded but secure

Exhaust mounting defective missing but exhaust system secure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective starting to deteriorate (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 111,117 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 98,111 miles

nsf tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 12 Jan 2019 98,111 miles

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

nsf tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 12 Jan 2018 83,417 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 70,442 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted unable to check seat belt

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 60,255 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult belt

Fail 11 Jan 2016 60,255 miles

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult belt

Pass 9 Jan 2015 52,462 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jan 2015 52,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 43,297 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 33,542 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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GV59 XTJ is a 2010 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,798cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 GV59 XTJ, 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 GV59 XTJ registered?

GV59 XTJ is a 2010 Toyota Prius, first registered on 13 January 2010.

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