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LP12 VLU

2012 Toyota Prius Plus

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests32 (19 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate59.4%

Mileage

220,019 mi
Last recorded220,019 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius Plus105,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 VLU
MakeToyota
ModelPrius Plus
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 13 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 220,019 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2026 220,019 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 198,811 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2025 198,811 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 187,450 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2024 187,450 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 178,077 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 178,077 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 171,690 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 171,690 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 164,260 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 164,260 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 160,860 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2020 160,852 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 151,884 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera and phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 141,947 miles

Nearside Front bold on edge of tread

Fail 11 Jan 2019 141,947 miles

Nearside Front bold on edge of tread

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 134,131 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 125,763 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 125,763 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Aug 2017 113,981 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 113,981 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' camera /phone holder removed (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 103,081 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 99,642 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 99,642 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 95,535 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 91,316 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 86,403 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2015 86,403 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 68,844 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 68,844 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 7,201 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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LP12 VLU is a 2012 Toyota Prius Plus in Grey with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.4%.

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 LP12 VLU, 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 LP12 VLU registered?

LP12 VLU is a 2012 Toyota Prius Plus, first registered on 24 August 2012.

Is LP12 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 VLU shows 32 tests with a 59.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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