2011 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric · LS11 OJX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in December 2025 with 173,452 miles and no recorded defects. This represents a stable maintenance trend following a period of minor neglect in late 2024. While the history shows a pattern of reactive maintenance regarding minor consumables, the transition to a clean test sheet in the most recent inspection indicates that the current owner is addressing the outstanding mechanical issues identified in previous years. At 173,452 miles over 15 years, the Prius averages approximately 11,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent use, with roughly 9,200 miles covered between the December 2024 and 2025 tests, and over 22,000 miles driven between 2022 and 2024. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly, which is generally beneficial for hybrid battery health and mechanical components to prevent seizing during long standing periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking systems due to recurring advisories. The December 2023 test flagged play in the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint, a component that often requires repeated replacement on high mileage vehicles. Furthermore, the 2022 record noted thin front brake pads on both sides, and the 2024 failure highlighted uneven tyre wear on the edges. These indicators point to potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be verified to ensure no further premature wear on new tyres. The history also shows frequent issues with light bulbs and lamps, suggesting a tendency to only rectify electrical faults upon a test failure rather than performing preventative checks. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion is essential, although no structural failures were noted in the provided data. The vehicle appears to be a well-used but typical example of the model, provided the hybrid system and suspension components have been properly maintained between the recorded MOT intervals.