2015 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · LR65 FBJ

This Toyota Prius presents a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across its five most recent tests, the latest of which took place just over a year ago in June 2025 at 229,818 miles. The consistent pass rate—spanning from May 2023 to June 2025—indicates stable mechanical condition, with no advisories or failures to suggest deferred maintenance or emerging issues. The absence of recurring faults in critical areas such as brakes, suspension, or structural integrity points to either diligent upkeep by previous owners or a vehicle that has aged well within its class. That said, the near-annual testing frequency (with the longest gap being six months between November 2024 and May 2024) suggests the car has remained in active use rather than sitting idle, which aligns with its high annual mileage. The Prius’s mileage accumulation—averaging roughly 20,893 miles per year—is significantly above the UK fleet average for its age, reflecting either commercial use, frequent long-distance driving, or a combination of both. The recorded figures show steady progression: from 188,472 miles in May 2023 to 229,818 miles in June 2025, with no abrupt spikes or drops that might indicate odometer tampering or prolonged inactivity. Such mileage levels would naturally accelerate wear on consumables like tyres, brake pads, and suspension components, though the MOT records provide no evidence of these reaching critical thresholds. The lack of advisories or defects in the past three tests implies that any wear has either been preemptively addressed or has not yet manifested in detectable issues. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be on components most vulnerable to high-mileage use. Given the Prius’s hybrid drivetrain, the battery cooling system and inverter should be inspected for signs of overheating or degradation, even if not covered by the MOT. The suspension—particularly the front strut mounts, rear coil springs, and bushings—should be checked for excessive wear or fluid leaks, as these are common high-mileage failure points. Brakes, while not flagged in the MOT, warrant close attention: the rear calipers and discs, in particular, can bind or corrode over time, especially in a hybrid where regenerative braking adds stress. Structural corrosion, though rare in Toyota’s sealed chassis design, should still be verified in high-moisture areas like the wheel arches and underbody. Finally, the exhaust system’s integrity—especially the catalytic converter and DPF (if fitted)—should be visually confirmed, as emissions-related failures are not always caught in a basic MOT.