2009 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · PL59 HWD

The most recent MOT on 19 May 2025 resulted in a failure, with the tester flagging cracked rear tyres, a front‑tyre structural lump, rear brake pads below 1.5 mm, an inoperative nearside registration‑plate lamp and a defective front windscreen wiper blade. Compared with the clean pass recorded on 29 May 2024, the vehicle’s condition has deteriorated, indicating a worsening maintenance trend. Across the 17‑year lifespan the car has accumulated 103,784 miles, rising from 95,158 miles at the May 2024 test to the current figure at the May 2025 test – an increase of roughly 8,600 miles in twelve months. This mileage is modest for a vehicle of this age, suggesting relatively light use and no evidence of abrupt mileage spikes or undocumented gaps in the record. A prospective buyer should give priority to the rear tyre condition, probing for surface cracks and checking for any signs of sidewall delamination. The front tyre warrants a close visual and tactile inspection for the reported lump, as structural failure can affect handling. Brake pads should be measured to confirm they exceed the 1.5 mm minimum, and the condition of the rear brake discs examined for uneven wear or glazing. Verify that the nearside registration‑plate lamp operates correctly and that the front windscreen wiper blade replaces any damaged sections. Finally, a brief look at the suspension bushes and wheel bearings is advisable, as tyre damage can accelerate wear in those areas.