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YR55 WJC

2005 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,963 mi
Last recorded127,963 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Toyota Prius97,257 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 WJC
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2026 127,963 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2025 125,987 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 124,666 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 122,921 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2022 120,019 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2021 117,713 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 115,939 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 114,029 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 112,511 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (1.7.5a)

Under tray fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2016 109,506 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 107,553 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 104,845 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 100,237 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 95,008 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 87,306 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 79,636 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 78,189 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 56,750 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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YR55 WJC is a 2005 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,497cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YR55 WJC, 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.

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What year was YR55 WJC registered?

YR55 WJC is a 2005 Toyota Prius, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is YR55 WJC safe to buy?

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