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PF53 EBP

2003 Toyota Prius

Silver Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

229,096 mi
Last recorded229,096 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Toyota Prius85,316 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 EBP
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 229,096 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 226,173 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning both sides (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides upper chaissis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 223,233 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 219,636 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 219,636 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 216,086 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 212,311 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 208,619 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 208,613 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has more than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire box (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 193,814 miles

Rear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened Mountings (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 179,844 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 165,555 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 165,555 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 153,464 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 135,259 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 135,259 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 120,949 miles

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 1 Sep 2012 102,035 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 84,902 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 71,780 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 63,958 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 49,696 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 43,875 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 31,665 miles

very slight fray nearside rear seat belt

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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PF53 EBP is a 2003 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PF53 EBP, 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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PF53 EBP is a 2003 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 November 2003.

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