2011 Toyota Prius 1.8L Electric · MA11 VGL
2011 Toyota Prius (1.8L, electric). First registered 08 Apr 2011. Recorded mileage 170,139 miles. MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA PRIUS
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,139 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
MA11 VGL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 19/10/2026
- 170,139 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA11 VGL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Toyota Prius (MA11 VGL) between October 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
MA11 VGL Mileage History
- 04/10/2023162,268 mi
- 31/08/2024169,491 mi+7,223 mi
- 18/10/2025170,903 mi+1,412 mi
- 19/10/2026170,139 mi-764 mi
- 19/10/2026170,139 mi
Average of roughly 2,588 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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