2008 Toyota Prius 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · GY58 APO

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2026‑06‑15 at 167,702 miles, but the test recorded offside play in the steering rack inner joint(s). The maintenance trend is deteriorating; tyre damage and front wheel‑bearing faults have appeared repeatedly, and a new steering‑rack issue has emerged after a series of earlier advisories. Mileage has risen from 99,108 miles in November 2016 to 167,702 miles in June 2026, an average increase of roughly 6,900 miles per year, which is below the user’s estimate of 9,300. MOT testing shifted from the traditional November date to June in the last two years, yet the annual interval remains consistent. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests shows tyre wear persisting and a wheel‑bearing failure first noted, indicating that wear has accelerated rather than stabilised. A buyer should inspect the front offside tyre for wear, cracking and any cut that reaches the ply, as this component has been flagged multiple times. The front wheel bearings require a hands‑on check for rough rotation, noise and excessive play, given two separate failures. The steering rack inner joint play demands a road‑test for free play and a feel for looseness. An oil leak recorded in November 2022 should be examined for fresh stains and reservoir levels. The exhaust leak noted in 2019 warrants a visual check for rust and audible gas escape. The wiper blade condition and fog‑lamp operation have been recurring advisories; both should be tested. Finally, suspension bushes and brake‑disc condition merit inspection, as high mileage can affect these components even when not explicitly recorded.