2012 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · HG62 HRD
2012 Toyota Prius (1.8L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 15 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 109,571 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA PRIUS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,571 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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HG62 HRD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 29/01/2026
- 109,571 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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HG62 HRD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Toyota Prius (HG62 HRD) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
HG62 HRD Mileage History
- 21/01/202399,150 mi
- 28/01/2024102,220 mi+3,070 mi
- 28/01/2024102,220 mi
- 27/01/2025105,710 mi+3,490 mi
- 29/01/2026109,571 mi+3,861 mi
Average of roughly 3,449 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Brake Actuator FailureSerious
The brake accumulator pump (actuator) fails and loses pressure assistance, so the pump runs constantly or the pedal feels hard on high-mileage Gen 3 Prius.
- EGR Clogging / Head GasketSerious
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- Hybrid Battery DegradationModerate
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