2016 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · EA66 ACF

This Toyota Prius presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent test on 8 December 2025 at 170,192 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to 2022, suggesting the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that meets minimum legal requirements without recurring mechanical failures. The vehicle has covered significant distance for its age, averaging roughly 17,019 miles per year. Mileage accumulation has remained steady and high, with a notable increase of nearly 18,000 miles between the December 2022 test at 126,525 miles and the December 2023 test at 142,213 miles. The lack of defects across these high-mileage intervals indicates a level of reliability typical for this model, though the total odometer reading puts more stress on long-term components than a lower-mileage example. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-wear consumables and chassis integrity. While the MOT record is remarkably clean, the high mileage suggests that suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers may be nearing the end of their service life. The absence of flagged brake issues or corrosion in the records is positive, but a manual check for binding calipers or brake disc wear is advisable given the total mileage. The hybrid battery and drivetrain should be the primary focus of a road test. Although the MOT does not test hybrid system health, the high annual usage increases the likelihood of battery degradation. Checking for smooth transitions between the electric motor and petrol engine will confirm if the mechanical health matches the clean MOT history.