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Toyota Prius

Silver · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2016 · 1,798 cc

LM16 VAYMOT history

LM16 VAY is a silver hybrid electric (clean) Toyota Prius first used on 16 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 168,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

LM16 VAY silver Toyota Prius – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
168,311 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
13,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 VAY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Prius
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
16 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 VAY was last recorded at 168,311 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 6,462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
161,849 miles · 9 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
6,462 miles
Average per year
13,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,311 miles
  • 2025 – 157,006 miles
  • 2024 – 143,114 miles
  • 2023 – 131,715 miles
  • 2022 – 120,230 miles
  • 2021 – 111,189 miles
  • 2020 – 95,504 miles
  • 2019 – 88,173 miles
  • 2018 – 75,590 miles
  • 2017 – 43,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,311 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 May 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,311 miles (+6,462)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    168,311 miles
    Test number
    794400750284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass161,849 miles (+4,843)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    161,849 miles
    Test number
    395704610610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass157,006 miles (+6,190)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    157,006 miles
    Test number
    777723583551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass150,816 miles (+7,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    150,816 miles
    Test number
    385725783479
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS+OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil NS+OS (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass143,114 miles (+4,420)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    143,114 miles
    Test number
    298608912056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass138,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    138,694 miles
    Test number
    940652725257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail138,694 miles (+6,979)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,694 miles
    Test number
    408592163675
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass131,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    131,715 miles
    Test number
    676653471100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail131,705 miles (+4,147)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,705 miles
    Test number
    328602837225
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass127,558 miles (+7,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    127,558 miles
    Test number
    375843972668
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass120,230 miles (+1,006)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    120,230 miles
    Test number
    227653909634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass119,224 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,224 miles
    Test number
    995140802763
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  13. Fail119,223 miles (+8,034)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,223 miles
    Test number
    716781655121
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass111,189 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    111,189 miles
    Test number
    327516575359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Fail111,189 miles (+6,072)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,189 miles
    Test number
    381427425550
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  16. Pass105,117 miles (+5,956)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    105,117 miles
    Test number
    940676611787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  17. Pass99,161 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,161 miles
    Test number
    661828697797
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  18. Fail99,161 miles (+3,657)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,161 miles
    Test number
    553770530661
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  19. Pass95,504 miles (+7,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    95,504 miles
    Test number
    446091575627
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  20. Pass88,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,173 miles
    Test number
    370742382475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,173 miles (+5,513)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,173 miles
    Test number
    180431997327
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
  22. Pass82,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    82,660 miles
    Test number
    112976813901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail82,660 miles (+7,070)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,660 miles
    Test number
    196180743708
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working n/s and o/s (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  24. Pass75,590 miles (+7,317)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    75,590 miles
    Test number
    159602666461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,273 miles (+6,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,273 miles
    Test number
    916045490846
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  26. Pass61,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    61,973 miles
    Test number
    903726999042
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  27. Fail61,973 miles (+18,380)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,973 miles
    Test number
    322728164652
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  28. Pass43,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    43,593 miles
    Test number
    902033860652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM16 VAY

Does LM16 VAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 VAY is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 VAY?
The MOT on LM16 VAY is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 VAY done?
LM16 VAY was recorded at 168,311 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 13,363 miles a year.
Has LM16 VAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 VAY has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LM16 VAY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM16 VAY find?
LM16 VAY passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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