2007 Toyota Prius 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · WP07 EPZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, passing its most recent inspection on 18 March 2026 at 303,255 miles. While the record shows a failure on that same date, the immediate pass without recorded defects indicates that any identified issue was rectified promptly. The maintenance trend over the last eighteen months remains consistent, suggesting that the vehicle is being actively used and maintained in a manner that keeps it within legal roadworthiness standards despite its high-mileage profile. At 303,255 miles over 19 years, this Prius has covered a significant average of approximately 16,000 miles per annum. The data shows consistent and heavy usage, particularly in the period between September 2025 and March 2026, where the vehicle covered 11,250 miles in just six months. This rapid accumulation suggests the car is a daily driver, which places high cyclical stress on the hybrid drivetrain system and mechanical suspension components. The lack of long gaps between MOT tests indicates the owner has not left the vehicle to sit, which is a positive indicator against mechanical neglect. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on components most susceptible to wear at such high mileage. Given the failure in February 2025 at 282,062 miles followed by a pass a week later, the buyer should check for signs of recent brake work or lighting component failures that may have required adjustment. The high mileage increases the likelihood of worn suspension bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and fatigued coil springs. A thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion around the rear arches is also essential, as the age of this generation of Prius often reveals vulnerability to rust that standard MOT tests might not capture until it becomes critical.