2008 Toyota Prius 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · GU58 FBO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. The most recent inspection conducted on 26 August 2025 at 93,128 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating the car currently meets minimum standards. This follows a period of clean passes dating back to 2022, suggesting that the owner has maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids recurring mechanical or structural failures. The mileage pattern is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,174 miles per year. Between August 2022 and August 2025, the car covered 20,224 miles, showing consistent and low-usage patterns. A brief failure in August 2024 at 82,497 miles was rectified immediately, passing just two days later. This low mileage often reduces wear on the internal combustion engine and drivetrain components compared to high-mileage examples, though it increases the likelihood of age-related degradation in rubber components and fluids due to inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that typically suffer from age rather than just high mileage. While the MOT record is clean, the tester should check the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs, which can perish or fatigue over time regardless of distance. Given the vehicle's age, an inspection for structural corrosion on the chassis and exhaust system is essential, as low-use cars can sometimes hide surface rust. Additionally, the hybrid battery health and cooling system remain a priority for this specific model, as these are not covered by the standard MOT testing criteria.