2005 Toyota Prius 1.5L Petrol · CP54 PLO

The 2005 Toyota Prius passed its most recent MOT on 7 February 2025 at 146,506 miles, though this certificate has since expired as of the current date. The maintenance trend is worsening regarding consumables, with rear brake pads recorded as wearing thin across eight consecutive test years without replacement, while corrosion on the rear coil springs and edge wear on front tyres persist as stable but unresolved defects. The most recent test flagged thin rear brake pads, corroded rear coil springs, and front tyres worn close to the legal limit on both edges, indicating deferred maintenance and possible underlying suspension misalignment or worn bushes. The odometer history shows consistent annual mileage between 2015 and 2024, typically 3,000 to 5,500 miles per year, but the interval between the January 2024 and February 2025 tests reveals a sharp accumulation of 16,403 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid increase contrasts with the vehicle's earlier low-mileage usage pattern and suggests heavier recent use, which accelerates wear on brakes, tyres, and suspension components already flagged for concern. A buyer should inspect the rear brake pads and discs for remaining thickness and heat-checking, given that pads have been recorded as wearing thin for eight consecutive years. The rear coil springs require close examination for structural fatigue or breakage beneath the surface corrosion, while the front tyres and suspension should be checked for alignment faults and worn bushes that cause the persistent edge wear. The record also shows repeated electrical failures involving headlamps, position.