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LJ12 VXU

2012 Toyota Prius Plus

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,308 mi
Last recorded99,308 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius Plus105,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 VXU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius Plus
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 99,308 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2026 99,293 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 78,322 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 78,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 71,811 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Prius Plus?

Based on 31,088 MOT tests across 2,724 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
21,928
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 58
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LJ12 VXU is a 2012 Toyota Prius Plus in Black with a 1,797cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Prius Plus models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 105,033 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 Plus fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ12 VXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Prius Plus typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Prius Plus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ12 VXU registered?

LJ12 VXU is a 2012 Toyota Prius Plus, first registered on 24 June 2012.

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