2014 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · LP14 ACX

The vehicle remains roadworthy as of the most recent MOT on 18 March 2026 at 333,597 miles, where it passed with no recorded defects. Earlier failures – notably the front position lamp and tyre wear issues in September 2024 and the off‑side suspension dust‑cover deterioration in October 2020 – have been rectified, indicating an improving maintenance pattern after a period of recurring faults. At 333,597 miles the Prius has accumulated roughly 27,800 miles per year since its 2014 registration, a mileage level that exceeds typical usage for a hybrid of this age. The record shows a steady increase: 84,361 miles in April 2019, 101,702 miles by September 2019, 127,579 miles in April 2020, and 134,619 miles by October 2020, progressing to 170,146 miles in September 2021 and 243,967 miles in September 2023. No significant gaps appear, suggesting continuous operation rather than prolonged periods of inactivity. A prospective buyer should verify that the front position lamps and rear registration plate lamps function correctly, as these items have failed on multiple occasions (September 2024, March 2025, and April 2020). Inspection of the near‑side front tyre for edge wear or cracking, noted in the March 2025 failure, remains prudent given the high mileage. The off‑side lower suspension arm ball‑joint dust cover, which was flagged as severely deteriorated in October 2020, warrants a visual check for corrosion or looseness, as deterioration there can precede suspension bush or bearing wear. Finally, confirm headlamp aim is within specification, since incorrect beam projection was recorded in both 2020 and 2024 tests.