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WU05 SKJ

2005 Toyota Prius

Black Electric 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

114,201 mi
Last recorded114,201 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Prius97,257 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 SKJ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 114,201 miles

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

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed all (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 109,080 miles

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

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 102,050 miles

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

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

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed all seat belt got webbings (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 96,998 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 96,998 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2022 91,822 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 85,717 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2020 83,243 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 83,243 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 79,246 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 79,246 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 75,456 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 71,411 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 71,411 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 66,776 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 61,122 miles

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

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

number plate light holder secured to tailgate by gaffer tape

Fail 27 Feb 2015 61,012 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 52,867 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 41,666 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 34,163 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 25,730 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 25,728 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 20,945 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 16,054 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 16,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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WU05 SKJ is a 2005 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2005 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 97,257 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 WU05 SKJ, 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 21 years old, this Toyota Prius is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU05 SKJ registered?

WU05 SKJ is a 2005 Toyota Prius, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is WU05 SKJ safe to buy?

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