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LJ04 TAH

2004 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

198,886 mi
Last recorded198,886 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Toyota Prius97,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 TAH
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 198,886 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NS+OS (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Mirror assembly is slightly damaged

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 193,389 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NS+OS (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 31 May 2024 193,389 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NS+OS (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 25 May 2023 189,297 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and Rear NS+OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NS+OS (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2022 184,755 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS+OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2022 184,755 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS+OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2021 180,189 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS/OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS/OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 174,176 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Jul 2018 167,315 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 164,831 miles

All 4 doors Check straps n/w (not holding doors open)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 164,794 miles

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

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

All 4 doors Check straps n/w (not holding doors open)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 162,126 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 160,668 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 154,291 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 154,282 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 147,894 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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LJ04 TAH is a 2004 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LJ04 TAH, 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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LJ04 TAH is a 2004 Toyota Prius, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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