2013 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric · FT13 PMV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its latest MOT in April 2026 with 122,028 miles and no recorded defects. While the recent result is clean, the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. The history shows a pattern of failures in 2024 and 2025 due to avoidable electrical issues and poor tyre condition, suggesting that the previous owner only addressed faults once they threatened the vehicle's annual test. At 122,028 miles over 13 years, the Prius averages approximately 9,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation shows consistent use, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 6,800 miles leading into the 2026 test. This steady usage suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which is generally beneficial for seals and rubber components. A buyer should focus their inspection on the tyres and suspension, as the record highlights multiple instances of neglect. The April 2025 failure noted a nearside rear tyre with a structural bulge and an offside rear tyre worn to the limit, while the 2024 test revealed perishing front tyres and tread depths below the legal minimum. These faults indicate a history of ignoring basic consumable wear, necessitating a thorough check of the current tyres, control arm bushes, and shock absorbers to ensure there is no hidden alignment-related degradation. The recurring issues with the fog lamp and registration plate lamp across different years suggest intermittent wiring faults or simple bulb neglect. While these were resolved for the 2026 test, a functional exterior light check remains mandatory to ensure no pattern persists. There are no mentions of structural corrosion or brake binding in the provided data, but the high mileage warrants an inspection of the hybrid battery cooling fans and brake calipers for signs of excessive wear or debris.