2010 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric · LR60 VBO

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in August 2025 with a clean certificate, showing no recorded defects. This follows a pattern of passing tests in 2023 and 2021, with the sole exception being a single failure in September 2022 that was rectified the same day. The maintenance trend appears stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural faults emerging across the recorded history. The immediate remediation of the 2022 failure indicates responsive ownership at that time. Annual mileage is consistently high, averaging approximately 18,015 miles per year over the vehicle's lifetime. The recorded history shows a significant accumulation between the September 2022 test at 225,754 miles and the August 2023 test at 269,002 miles, an increase of over 43,000 miles in 11 months. This suggests a period of intensive use before the 2023 test. The sparse testing record—only five certificates over six years—limits full visibility, but the absence of advisories in the recent passes is a positive indicator of upkeep during those specific intervals. A buyer should prioritise a hands-on inspection of high-wear components given the high mileage. Focus on the condition of the front suspension bushes and coil springs, as well as the brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, though none were flagged in the MOTs. The 2022 failure highlighted a nearside front tyre with exposed ply, confirming consumable wear was neglected at that point; therefore, a detailed assessment of all tyre tread depths and sidewall condition is essential. The electrical fault for the front position lamps, while fixed, warrants checking all exterior lighting functionality and wiring integrity. Finally, given the vehicle's age and UK climate, a thorough examination for structural corrosion, particularly around the sills, wheel arches, and underbody, is critical as this is a common failure point for high-mileage cars of this vintage.