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MK10 VTG

2010 Toyota Prius

Silver Other 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests34 (24 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

257,424 mi
Last recorded257,424 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2010 Toyota Prius109,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK10 VTG
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

24 pass 10 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 257,424 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2025 253,625 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2024 249,074 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 249,064 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 245,545 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 245,545 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 241,766 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 226,651 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2021 226,651 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 226,603 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 2 Jan 2020 226,600 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 226,405 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2019 226,401 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 226,271 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 226,271 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 202,588 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 182,706 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2018 182,706 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 May 2018 172,529 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 171,199 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 154,269 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 152,225 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 137,589 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 119,857 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 119,857 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 102,180 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 98,266 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 80,578 miles

drivers side mirror repaired with tape

Pass 7 Apr 2014 63,565 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 63,565 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 51,620 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 32,424 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Mar 2013 32,371 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 32,371 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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MK10 VTG is a 2010 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,798cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MK10 VTG, 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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MK10 VTG is a 2010 Toyota Prius, first registered on 2 March 2010.

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