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Y408 PBY

2001 Toyota Prius

Blue Other 1497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

105,643 mi
Last recorded105,643 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Toyota Prius86,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY408 PBY
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 105,643 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 9 Dec 2016 95,880 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 87,271 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 76,852 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 76,852 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 68,951 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 60,843 miles

corrosion on braske pipes

front tyres inner/outter treads balding

rear wheels binding

Pass 6 Dec 2011 53,624 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Dec 2011 53,624 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Nov 2010 47,275 miles

front brakes recording lowe perfromance

rear brabes recording lowe performance

Pass 18 Dec 2009 42,071 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Dec 2009 42,071 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 34,951 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 27,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 27,133 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 21,418 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 18,956 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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Y408 PBY is a 2001 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,497cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 86,402 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 Y408 PBY, 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 25 years old, this Toyota Prius is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y408 PBY is a 2001 Toyota Prius, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is Y408 PBY safe to buy?

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