2010 Toyota Prius 1.8L Electric · DS02 ADE

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness based on a remarkably stable maintenance history. The most recent MOT test conducted on 14 August 2024 at 172,087 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, continuing a clean record across the last five inspections. This consistent lack of failures suggests that the previous owners maintained a proactive approach to vehicle upkeep, addressing mechanical issues before they reached a MOT failure threshold. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,755 miles per year. Between August 2022 and August 2024, the car covered 41,207 miles, indicating a steady usage pattern of roughly 20,000 miles annually during that period. The intervals between tests are regular, with the five-month gap between March 2023 and August 2023 showing that the vehicle has been driven frequently, which helps prevent the seal-related corrosion and component seizing associated with long periods of standing. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should focus physical inspection on high-mileage components common to this Prius generation. At over 172,000 miles, the suspension bushes and control arms are likely nearing the end of their service life if they did not trigger an MOT advisory. The buyer should also verify the condition of the hybrid battery cooling fans and check for any brake caliper binding, as the MOT only tests for braking efficiency rather than overall wear. The absence of structural advisories in the history suggests the chassis remains sound, but a visual check of the underbody for surface corrosion remains standard for a vehicle of this age.