Toyota Prius MOT Results

Registered in 2010
70.8% pass rate
from 9,895 tests in 2021
(25% better than other 2010 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2010 cars and highlighted areas where the Toyota Prius is unusually good or bad.

  • 13% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (7.4% worse than other 2010 cars)
    • 5.5% fail on Headlamps (83% worse than other 2010 cars)
      • 5.3% fail on Headlamp (90% worse than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.20% fail on Headlamp levelling device
      • 0.020% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
    • 5.4% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (180% worse than other 2010 cars)
    • 2.5% fail on Headlamp aim (15% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 2.1% fail on Headlamp aim (21% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.39% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 0.74% fail on Direction indicators (64% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.74% fail on Flashing type (64% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.42% fail on Side repeaters (42% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.29% fail on Individual direction indicators (77% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.030% fail on All direction indicators
    • 0.54% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.53% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.53% fail on Rear fog lamp
      • 0.020% fail on Front fog lamps (12 times worse than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.020% fail on Front fog lamps (12 times worse than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.25% fail on Stop lamp (91% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.22% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.22% fail on Horn
    • 0.18% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.17% fail on Position lamp
      • 0.010% fail on Switch
    • 0.051% fail on Reversing lamps (81% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.051% fail on Reversing lamps (81% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.030% fail on Rear reflectors
  • 6.2% fail on Brakes (22% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 2.7% fail on Brake performance (32% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 1.9% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp)
        • 1.8% fail on Rbt (sp)
        • 0.020% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
        • 0.010% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
      • 0.69% fail on Service brake performance (66% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.66% fail on Rbt (67% better than other 2010 cars)
          • 0.53% fail on Service brake performance (69% better than other 2010 cars)
          • 0.13% fail on Service brake imbalance (67% better than other 2010 cars)
          • 0.020% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles) (12 times worse than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.020% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.010% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.010% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
        • 0.010% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.010% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.43% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.43% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 0.27% fail on Service brake imbalance
          • 0.19% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.11% fail on Parking brake performance (86% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.11% fail on Rbt (85% better than other 2010 cars)
          • 0.071% fail on Parking brake performance (90% better than other 2010 cars)
          • 0.020% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
          • 0.020% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.10% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 2.3% fail on Mechanical brake components (22% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 1.8% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 1.7% fail on Brake pads
        • 0.030% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.86% fail on Brake discs and drums (24% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.85% fail on Brake discs (24% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.010% fail on Brake drums
      • 0.020% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages (81% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.020% fail on Linkage
    • 1.2% fail on Rigid brake pipes (58% worse than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.43% fail on Parking brake control
      • 0.43% fail on Lever
    • 0.22% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.18% fail on Hand lever
      • 0.040% fail on Pedal (72% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.21% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (64% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.14% fail on Anti-lock braking system (70% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Electronic stability control
      • 0.010% fail on Electronic braking system
    • 0.10% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.10% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.10% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.040% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.030% fail on Reservoirs
      • 0.010% fail on Brake fluid
    • 0.020% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.020% fail on Other components
    • 0.010% fail on Air and vacuum systems
      • 0.010% fail on Leaks
    • 0.010% fail on Hand operated control valves
      • 0.010% fail on Condition
  • 4.9% fail on Tyres (19% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 2.5% fail on Tread depth (26% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 2.4% fail on Condition (17% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.30% fail on Size/type (67% worse than other 2010 cars)
  • 4.9% fail on Visibility
    • 3.0% fail on Wipers (19% worse than other 2010 cars)
    • 2.0% fail on Washers (27% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.091% fail on Windscreen
      • 0.020% fail on Window (15 times worse than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.051% fail on View to rear
      • 0.051% fail on Mirrors
    • 0.020% fail on Driver's view
    • 0.020% fail on Bonnet (85% better than other 2010 cars)
  • 4.7% fail on Suspension (65% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 2.9% fail on Anti-roll bars (16% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 1.2% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.66% fail on Linkage ball joints (41% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.54% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.22% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.13% fail on Pins and bushes (110% worse than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Linkage (59% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.091% fail on Anti-roll bar (180% worse than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.081% fail on Linkage pins and bushes
    • 0.71% fail on Suspension arms (83% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.55% fail on Pins and bushes (67% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Ball joint (95% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.030% fail on Suspension arm (77% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.030% fail on Ball joint dust cover (93% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.69% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.58% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.071% fail on Springs (99% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.071% fail on Coil springs (99% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.071% fail on Coil spring (99% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.030% fail on Macpherson strut (81% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.010% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.030% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.020% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.010% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.030% fail on Sub-frames (86% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.030% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.030% fail on Other suspension component (87% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.010% fail on Other suspension component
    • 0.010% fail on Axles
      • 0.010% fail on Swivel pins and bushes
  • 1.4% fail on Body, chassis, structure (65% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.60% fail on Exhaust system (65% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.23% fail on Bumpers (130% worse than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.21% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.17% fail on Tank (3 times worse than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.030% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device (78% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.010% fail on Pipe
    • 0.14% fail on Transmission (91% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.14% fail on Drive shafts (91% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.13% fail on Joints (91% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.010% fail on Drive shaft
    • 0.12% fail on Body
      • 0.10% fail on Other body component
      • 0.020% fail on Panel
    • 0.051% fail on Undertray
    • 0.040% fail on Integral vehicle structure
      • 0.040% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition
    • 0.020% fail on Chassis
      • 0.010% fail on Chassis condition
      • 0.010% fail on Strengthening plate
    • 0.020% fail on Doors (89% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.010% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.010% fail on Hinge
      • 0.010% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.010% fail on Hinge
    • 0.010% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.010% fail on Engine mounting condition
    • 0.010% fail on Seats
      • 0.010% fail on Passenger's seat
  • 1.2% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (64% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 1.2% fail on Exhaust emissions (63% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 1.2% fail on Spark ignition (43% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 1.2% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.030% fail on Emissions not tested (91% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.020% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.020% fail on Catalytic converter
          • 0.020% fail on Oxygen sensor (9 times worse than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.030% fail on Compression ignition (98% better than other 2010 cars)
        • 0.030% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (94% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.020% fail on Fluid leaks (90% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.020% fail on Engine oil leaks (88% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.010% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.010% fail on Undertray
  • 0.71% fail on Identification of the vehicle (68% worse than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.71% fail on Registration plates (69% worse than other 2010 cars)
  • 0.67% fail on Road Wheels (44% worse than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.65% fail on Attachment (86% worse than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.030% fail on Condition (74% better than other 2010 cars)
  • 0.66% fail on Steering (72% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.44% fail on Steering linkage components (77% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.31% fail on Track rod end (83% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.071% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.040% fail on Locking devices
      • 0.020% fail on Drag link end
    • 0.12% fail on Steering gear (60% better than other 2010 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Steering rack (58% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.10% fail on Steering play
      • 0.10% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.020% fail on Steering column
  • 0.44% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (51% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.33% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.31% fail on Condition
      • 0.010% fail on Attachment
      • 0.010% fail on Load limiters
    • 0.11% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (76% better than other 2010 cars)
    • 0.010% fail on Airbags
      • 0.010% fail on Drivers airbag
  • 0.020% fail on Seat belt installation check
    • 0.010% fail on Anchorages
    • 0.010% fail on Belt(s)/padding
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