2009 Toyota Prius 1.8L Electric · SN59 FYY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred braking system repairs. While the car passed its most recent MOT in September 2025 at 101,400 miles, this followed a significant failure on the same day. That failure highlighted critical safety issues including insufficient brake pedal travel, inadequate parking brake efficiency, and worn offside rear pads. Although these faults were ostensibly addressed to achieve the pass, the recurring nature of braking issues suggests that the owner only replaces components when forced by testing rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 101,400 miles, the vehicle shows low mileage for its seventeen-year age, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The data indicates a consistent usage pattern, with roughly 4,000 miles covered between October 2024 and September 2025. However, the low mileage has not protected the vehicle from age-related degradation. The record shows a long-term presence of corrosion on the brake pipes dating back to 2022, which is common in vehicles that may sit stationary for extended periods despite the low distance driven. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear braking assembly and front suspension. The tester has flagged corroded rear brake pipes in four consecutive years since 2022, indicating that the structural integrity of these lines is failing and may soon require full replacement to prevent sudden failure. Furthermore, the front suspension arm bushes have been noted as worn consistently since 2022. While these have not yet caused a failure for excessive movement, the rubber is likely perished and will require replacement to maintain handling precision. One should also check the sidewalls for further damage, as the history shows recurring cuts to tyres across multiple tests.