2012 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · VU12 BBF
2012 Toyota Prius (1.8L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 24 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 71,277 miles. MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA PRIUS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,277 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VU12 BBF Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/12/2025
- 71,277 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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VU12 BBF MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2012 Toyota Prius (VU12 BBF) between December 2025 and December 2025.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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- Brake Actuator FailureSerious
The brake accumulator pump (actuator) fails and loses pressure assistance, so the pump runs constantly or the pedal feels hard on high-mileage Gen 3 Prius.
- EGR Clogging / Head GasketSerious
Clogged EGR system causes misfires and eventually head gasket failure on high-mile drivers.
- Hybrid Battery DegradationModerate
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