2010 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric · GP59 CKC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. Following the most recent test in February 2026 at 220,905 miles, the car passed after an initial failure for headlamp aim and suspension issues. While the vehicle is legally compliant, the presence of oil misting on the offside front shock absorber and play in both front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints indicates that suspension components are reaching the end of their functional life and require close monitoring. At over 220,000 miles after sixteen years, this Prius has clocked a high annual average of approximately 13,800 miles. The mileage accumulation shows consistent usage, with roughly 14,000 miles driven between the February 2024 and February 2025 tests, and another 14,173 miles covered in the year leading up to 2026. This high-mileage profile places significant stress on rubber components and braking systems, which is reflected in the recurring failures noted throughout the history. A buyer must inspect the front suspension assembly thoroughly, as the anti-roll bar linkage ball joints have appeared as a fault in three consecutive years from 2024 to 2026. The leaking offside front shock absorber is a developing issue that will eventually lead to an MOT failure if not replaced soon. Additionally, the braking system shows a history of accelerated wear, with thin pads noted in 2024 and worn discs identified in 2025. The buyer should verify the current thickness of the front brake components and check for any structural corrosion, as the record suggests the previous owner only addressed these parts once they reached a failure threshold.