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LM03 OSU

2003 Toyota Prius

Silver Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,891 mi
Last recorded71,891 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Toyota Prius85,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM03 OSU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 71,891 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored/pitted.

Headlamp lens seriously deteraited, causing a poor image.

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s/f headlamp aim was too l.ow, now adjusted to correct aim.

Pass 18 Nov 2015 68,249 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Front brake discs slightly pitted.

Headlamp lens slightly deteriated.

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s/f windscreen wiper deteriated.

n/s/r tyre has a slight cut on inner sidewall.

Pass 31 Oct 2014 64,375 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 60,142 miles

o/s/f nail in tyre 175/65/14 leaking

Pass 17 Nov 2012 57,362 miles

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

no emission test hybird

Fail 11 Nov 2011 53,689 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 53,689 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 53,021 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 53,021 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 50,028 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 46,988 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 46,988 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 42,892 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 42,892 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 38,846 miles

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 33,045 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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LM03 OSU is a 2003 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 LM03 OSU, 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.

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What year was LM03 OSU registered?

LM03 OSU is a 2003 Toyota Prius, first registered on 11 June 2003.

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