2014 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric · LR64 OLN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent MOT test on 29 April 2026 at 354,261 miles passed, it followed a failure just four miles prior due to critical safety defects including a weakened seat belt and poor parking brake efficiency. The recurring failure of the parking brake system in both November 2025 and April 2026 suggests a persistent issue that was not fully addressed during the first instance. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally high for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging nearly 30,000 miles per year. The data shows intense usage patterns between January 2026 and April 2026, where the car covered 10,605 miles in just three months. This rate of travel indicates consistent long-distance driving or fleet use, which places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. The short intervals between tests and the high mileage suggest the vehicle is being utilised near the limits of its operational life. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the steering and suspension assembly, as the record notes play in the steering rack inner joints as of November 2025. The light misting on the offside front shock absorber noted in January 2026 indicates early seal failure which will likely worsen given the high annual mileage. Furthermore, the parking brake requires a professional mechanical check to ensure the cables or mechanism are not beyond adjustment, following two consecutive failures. Given the history of a cut seat belt webbing in April 2026, the physical integrity of all safety restraints should also be verified for further fraying or damage.