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VK61 TVJ

2011 Toyota Prius

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

207,654 mi
Last recorded207,654 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Toyota Prius118,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 TVJ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 207,654 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 205,401 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 205,401 miles

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

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 202,397 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear suspension components slightly corroded

Fail 30 Apr 2024 202,397 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 2 May 2023 198,589 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 190,716 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 184,687 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 170,967 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 157,343 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 156,399 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 145,724 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 130,242 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 99,018 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

covers and under trays.

Pass 28 Jun 2016 72,778 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 47,756 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 23,418 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 2,448 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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VK61 TVJ is a 2011 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2011 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 118,101 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 VK61 TVJ, 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 15 years old, this Toyota Prius is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VK61 TVJ registered?

VK61 TVJ is a 2011 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 September 2011.

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