2010 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · GY60 VRE

The MOT record shows a vehicle that has consistently met the statutory safety standards, with eight successive annual tests since 2019 and only a single failure in December 2023 confined to minor lighting and wiper items; the subsequent 2024 and 2025 examinations were passed with no defects, indicating that the identified PRS issues were remedied. At 70,905 mi the car averages just over 4,400 mi per year, a mileage level well below the typical annual accumulation for a 2010 model. Such low usage reduces the cumulative wear on wear‑items such as brake pads, clutch components and tyre tread, but it also means that rubber seals, hoses and suspension bushings have aged without the benefit of regular flexing, potentially leading to hardening or cracking that may not be evident in the MOT data alone. The three items flagged in the 2023 failure merit specific checks. Verify that the off‑side front windscreen wiper clears the glass fully at all speeds; a worn blade, mis‑aligned arm or weak motor can cause the reported inefficiency. Confirm that the off‑side rear registration‑plate lamp illuminates correctly, inspecting the bulb, socket contacts and associated wiring for corrosion or a blown fuse. Examine the near‑side front headlamp for correct aim – a low‑set beam can stem from mis‑adjusted optics or a shifted headlamp housing, so a quick visual check of the beam pattern on a wall and a functional headlamp leveler are advisable. Beyond the recorded defects, a thorough pre‑purchase inspection should focus on age‑related components. On a short drive listen for any clunks over bumps that could indicate worn suspension bushes or loose control‑arm bolts, and feel for any steering pull that might reveal alignment drift. Test the brake pedal for a firm, consistent feel and ensure there is no pulsation that could hint at warped discs. Inspect the tyre sidewalls for dry‑rot and the tread depth for even wear, and give the hybrid battery and high‑voltage system a visual check for coolant leaks or corroded terminals, as these items are not covered by MOT testing but are critical on a 16‑year‑old Prius.