Toyota Prius Plus Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Toyota Prius Plus reliable? We analysed 31,088 real MOT tests across 2,724 vehicles to find out.
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The Toyota Prius Plus is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Prius Plus.
Toyota Prius Plus Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Toyota Prius Plus. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Toyota Prius Plus MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Toyota Prius Plus to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Toyota Prius Plus Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Toyota Prius Plus fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Toyota Prius Plus Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Prius Plus models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Toyota Prius Plus Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Toyota Prius Plus owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Toyota Prius Plus MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Prius Plus year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 103 | 88.3% | 53,595 | 87,466 | 114,052 |
| 2020 | 513 | 91.6% | 29,137 | 51,628 | 81,643 |
| 2019 | 4,253 | 90.3% | 39,038 | 68,493 | 108,434 |
| 2018 | 2,278 | 86.9% | 48,895 | 83,350 | 128,985 |
| 2017 | 2,302 | 87.9% | 48,678 | 78,107 | 128,741 |
| 2016 | 4,574 | 85.5% | 66,128 | 113,082 | 169,504 |
| 2015 | 4,171 | 85.0% | 64,228 | 110,946 | 168,735 |
| 2014 | 4,607 | 82.7% | 67,032 | 108,132 | 170,068 |
| 2013 | 4,924 | 81.6% | 69,051 | 111,237 | 168,714 |
| 2012 | 2,811 | 80.5% | 69,731 | 105,033 | 165,180 |
| 2011 | 303 | 82.5% | 51,836 | 76,716 | 102,102 |
How Long Does a Toyota Prius Plus Last?
Based on 2,724 Toyota Prius Plus vehicles on UK roads.
Toyota Prius Plus Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Prius Plus MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Prius Plus
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.6% MOT pass rate from 513 tests
80.5% MOT pass rate from 2,811 tests
The best year to buy a used Toyota Prius Plus is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 513 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Toyota Prius Plus Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Prius Plus THIS CAR | 84.9% | 31,088 | 96,486 mi | 15 yrs |
| Toyota Yaris | 77.7% | 9,038,234 | 54,896 mi | 27 yrs |
| Toyota Corolla | 75.4% | 4,239,724 | 75,409 mi | 36 yrs |
| Toyota Avensis | 75% | 3,497,866 | 89,776 mi | 28 yrs |
| Nissan Juke Acenta Dig-t | 89.2% | 13,566 | 25,506 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Prius Plus outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Toyota Prius Plus has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.9% across 31,088 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is registration plate lamp not working with 58 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Toyota Prius Plus with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Toyota Prius Plus owner drives around 21,928 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Toyota Prius Plus models stay on UK roads for around 15 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.