2018 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · LW67 CAO

The 2026‑04‑24 MOT confirms that the 2018 Toyota Prius remains roadworthy, having passed all mandatory tests at 53,845 miles. However, the test recorded front and rear brake pads as wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) and both off‑side and near‑side tyres as worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e)), indicating that the vehicle is being maintained but not yet rectified. The recurring nature of these advisories across the March 2026 and April 2026 tests shows a stable maintenance pattern rather than improvement; the same defects re‑appear, suggesting that previous owners have allowed consumable items to reach the advisory threshold without replacement. Mileage accumulation over the vehicle’s eight‑year life averages 6,731 miles per year, which is typical for its age. The interval from the January 2025 test (41,870 miles) to the March 2026 test (49,272 miles) reflects an increase of 7,402 miles in roughly fourteen months, a period of accelerated use. The subsequent rise to 53,845 miles by the April 2026 test adds another 4,573 miles in just twenty days, indicating a sharp uptick in annual mileage that may have contributed to the observed wear on brakes and tyres. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the brake system closely, checking pad thickness, disc scoring, and the functionality of the rear anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint noted in the March test for slight play. Examination of the suspension components — particularly the bushes and coil springs — is advisable, as repeated tyre wear on the edges can signal alignment or suspension issues. Visual inspection for structural rust, especially on the chassis and wheel arches, and verification of exhaust emission levels are also essential, given the recurring tyre wear and the vehicle’s age.