2013 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric · EX63 VME

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with a clean MOT passed just one month ago on 16 May 2026 at 86,365 miles, and no defects recorded in either the latest or previous test. The maintenance trend is stable, showing no recurring faults over two consecutive tests, which suggests consistent care and absence of developing mechanical issues. The mileage progression is consistent with average annual use for a vehicle of this age. Between the July 2025 test at 76,796 miles and the May 2026 test at 86,365 miles, the car accumulated 9,569 miles in just ten months—slightly above the typical 6,600–7,000 miles per year, but not excessive. There is no indication of rapid or erratic mileage spikes, and the gap between tests is reasonable, with no long periods of inactivity suggested by the data. With no advisories or failures recorded in either test, there are no specific warning signs for suspension, brakes, or structural corrosion. However, as the vehicle approaches 90,000 miles, a buyer should still inspect the condition of the hybrid battery’s health, the integrity of the rear brake calipers (commonly prone to binding in older Prius models), and the state of the suspension bushes and coil springs, which can degrade with age even without high mileage. The tyres and wiper blades, though not flagged, should be checked for wear, as they are consumables that may have been overlooked in a clean MOT. The absence of defects is reassuring, but a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the hybrid system’s performance, exhaust emissions consistency, and underbody rust—particularly around the rear wheel arches and fuel tank area—is still recommended, as these are known weak points on 2013 Prius models regardless of MOT outcomes.