2013 Toyota Prius Plus 1.8L Hybrid electric · KE63 OPW

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. The most recent MOT test in November 2025 at 195,547 miles resulted in a failure due to a worn offside front tyre and a loose rear registration plate lamp. While the vehicle passed upon immediate rectification, the recurring nature of failures for minor consumable items suggests that the owner often only addresses mechanical issues when they are forced to by the MOT testing process. At 195,547 miles over 13 years, this Prius Plus has covered an average of approximately 15,000 miles per year. The data shows a period of intensive use between February 2024 and November 2024, where the car clocked 6,307 miles in just nine months. This high mileage places significant strain on the hybrid system and suspension components. The consistency of annual tests suggests the car is in regular use, but the high mileage naturally accelerates the degradation of rubber components and braking hardware. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the tester flagged severely deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers in both February 2024 and November 2024. The recurrence of this fault indicates that the bushings or joints are failing repeatedly or were replaced with substandard parts. You should also examine the tyre sidewalls for perishing or cracking, as the record noted damage to the nearside rear tyre in 2024. Given the mileage, verifying the condition of the brake discs and the integrity of the hybrid battery cooling system is essential, as these are common points of failure for vehicles of this age.