2016 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · EX16 WGP

The MOT history for this 2016 Toyota Prius presents a relatively clean roadworthiness picture across its time of record, with three of the four tests resulting in a clean pass and no advisory notices. The most recent examination on 17 April 2026 concluded with a pass and no defects recorded, continuing the generally stable trend observed since the vehicle first appeared on test in late 2023. The only advisory of substance was issued at the April 2025 test, flagging wear on the nearside rear tyre. The earlier 2024 pass was entirely clean, while the November 2023 test recorded a minor advisory concerning an undertray obscuring certain components from inspection, a common item that prevents the tester from fully verifying the condition of underlying mechanical elements rather than indicating any specific defect. Overall, the trajectory is one of consistent roadworthiness without any recorded failures or significant component deterioration flagged across the testing period. Recorded mileage stands at 86,937 miles on a vehicle approximately ten years old, equating to around 8,694 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a car of this age. There are no extended gaps between tests suggesting prolonged periods off the road, and the test intervals appear reasonably regular from late 2023 onwards. This level of annual usage means the vehicle has seen steady rather than exceptional wear on consumable items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and suspension components, though it has not been subjected to the higher-mileage accumulation that typically accelerates component fatigue. The fact that an undertray advisory was noted suggests the vehicle may have been driven over rougher surfaces or that the undertray itself is fitted as a protective measure, but without further test entries predating late 2023, the earlier portion of the vehicle's life remains outside the documented MOT record. For a prospective buyer, the rear tyre advisory from April 2025 is the main item warranting a targeted check, and given that the nearside rear tyre was worn close to the legal limit at that point, a thorough inspection of all four tyres for uneven shoulder wear, sidewall damage, or feathering should be undertaken. Uneven rear wear on a Prius can sometimes indicate issues with rear suspension geometry, wheel alignment, or worn bushes, so a careful listen for any clonking or knocking from the rear end over uneven surfaces would be advisable. A test drive should include firm braking to check for any pulling to one side, vibration through the steering wheel, or grinding noises that might indicate binding calipers or warped discs, particularly given the vehicle's age and mileage. The undertray advisory from November 2023 is worth raising directly with the seller, as it means that certain underbody components such as suspension arms, brake pipes, and exhaust sections could not be fully inspected at that test. It would be prudent to request that the undertray be removed for a pre-purchase inspection so that a mechanic can check for corrosion on subframe mounting points, signs of oil seepage around the engine and transmission, and the condition of the exhaust system and heat shields. Given that this is a hybrid of significant age with nearly 87,000 miles recorded, particular attention should also be paid during the test drive to any unusual warning lights on the dashboard, hesitation during the transition between electric and petrol propulsion, and any irregular idling behaviour from the petrol engine, as these are areas that fall outside the standard MOT scope but are critical to the drivetrain's long-term function.