2019 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · SL69 SWN

The Toyota Prius presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 11 October 2025 at 80,572 miles returning a pass with no defects recorded. As of 9 July 2026, that examination sits nine months prior and gives reasonably current assurance. Across five consecutive tests from 5 September 2023 to 11 October 2025, the vehicle cleared each without advisory or failure. This consistent clean sheet indicates previous keepers addressed any required items before test and suggests sound mechanical condition. Mileage progression relative to the 2019 build date shows an unusual two-phase pattern. The car recorded just 26,764 miles at the 5 September 2023 test and only 31,878 miles by 19 April 2024, implying light early use of roughly 4,500 miles per year. A sharp accumulation then occurred: the 11 February 2025 test showed 70,925 miles, a gain of 39,047 miles in under ten months. The final record of 80,572 miles on 11 October 2025 adds a further 9,647 miles. Such a leap points to a change in ownership or commercial duty cycle rather than neglected upkeep, as all tests remained clean. With no historical advisories on suspension, brakes, corrosion or emissions, the MOT data alone reveals no recurring mechanical faults. The buyer should still commission a physical inspection of consumable items that the high mileage phase may have stressed. Examine front and rear brake discs for scoring, check suspension bushes and coil springs for fatigue, and assess exhaust emissions against hybrid tolerances. Verify underneath structure for corrosion given seven years of age. Confirm with the seller a full service history to validate that hybrid system coolant, inverter and brake fluid intervals matched the sudden mileage rise after April 2024. Absence of MOT flags does not substitute for preventative maintenance evidence.