2008 Toyota Prius 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · GV58 AVE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in reactive repairs. While the Prius passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 231,564 miles, it had failed that same test due to a critical engine malfunction indicator light and multiple defects. The recurring presence of thin brake pads and worn tyres across several years suggests that the owner only addresses consumable items when they threaten an MOT pass rather than following a preventative service schedule. At 231,564 miles, this 18-year-old vehicle has covered significant ground, averaging approximately 13,000 miles per year. The data shows a rapid surge of 29,361 miles covered between November 2023 and December 2024, followed by another 29,542 miles leading prior to the December 2025 test. This high rate of accumulation indicates the vehicle is under heavy mechanical stress, which accelerates the degradation of the hybrid powertrain and aging suspension components. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the under-body, sub-frames, and suspension components, as general corrosion has been a persistent advisory since at least 2024. The tester previously noted oil misting on the offside front shock absorber, and the most recent report flags a non-excessive oil leak. Given the previous failure regarding the engine management system light in late 2025, a professional diagnostic scan is essential to ensure no hidden faults remain in the hybrid system or engine management software.