2013 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric · BP13 XFU

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness based on the available inspection data. The most recent MOT test conducted on 5 November 2025 at 98,083 miles resulted in no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety standards. This follows a consistently clean record, suggesting that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids recurring mechanical or structural failures. The mileage pattern shows a significant increase in usage between the last two testing periods. Between 12 November 2024 at 57,109 miles and the November 2025 test, the vehicle covered 40,974 miles in just one year. This rapid accumulation far outpaces the historical average of approximately 7,500 miles per year for a vehicle of this age. While the car passed its test despite this high intensity, such heavy use typically places accelerated strain on wear components like tyres, suspension bushings, and the hybrid drivetrain system. Given the clean MOT history, a physical inspection should focus on components most susceptible to high-mileage stress. A thorough check of the suspension for worn bushes, split coil springs, and dampers is necessary, as these often degrade under high mileage. The buyer should also examine the brake system for thin discs or binding calipers, and inspect the underside for any signs of accelerated corrosion that may not yet yet reached a flagged failure threshold.