2008 Toyota Prius 1.5L Hybrid electric · RF08 YVY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on May 13, 2026, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred mechanical repairs and ongoing degradation. While the car passed its most recent test, it failed just two weeks prior due to a nearside rear lamp failure and persistent issues with the suspension and brakes. The recurring presence of worn suspension arm bushes and pitted brake discs across multiple years suggests that the owner addresses these faults only when necessary to pass an MOT rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between June 2024 at 117,753 miles and May 2026 at 125,911 miles, the car covered roughly 8,200 miles, indicating steady but light use. This low annual mileage protects the drivetrain from high wear but often contributes to the aging of rubber components, which is evidenced by the repeated perishing of tyres and suspension bushes noted in the records. A buyer must prioritize a thorough structural inspection of the underbody, as the record flagged corrosion on the rear axle and vehicle structure as early as 2024, which progressed to a specific underbody corrosion advisory in 2026. While structural rigidity is not yet compromised, the progression of rust is a primary concern for a vehicle of this age. The buyer should also inspect the front wishbone and rear bushes, as these have been flagged as worn in three consecutive years, indicating they are nearing or have beyond their effective service life.