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Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT reliable? We analysed 548 real MOT tests across 101 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 548 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.8%
Typical Mileage
124,327mi
Annual Mileage
11,309mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT.

Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

87.6%
2014
83.9%
2013

Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2

Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,709 mi/yr
Typical
11,309 mi/yr
Average
18,205 mi/yr
Heavy usage
28,573 mi/yr

Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2014 97 87.6% 115,812 200,210 277,654
2013 56 83.9% 179,072 226,056 282,313

Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
124,327 mi
75th Percentile
209,552 mi
95th Percentile
333,956 mi
Max Recorded
1,074,540 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2014

87.6% MOT pass rate from 97 tests

Year to avoid
2013

83.9% MOT pass rate from 56 tests

The best year to buy a used Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.6% across 97 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.9% — 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 T Spirit Vvt-i CVT Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT THIS CAR 85.8% 548 124,327 mi 13 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
Skoda Felicia Slxi 62.2% 794 69,760 mi 29 yrs

Compared to the Toyota Yaris (77.7% pass rate) and the Toyota Corolla (75.4% pass rate), the Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT?

The Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.8% across 548 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 T Spirit Vvt-i CVT 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 T Spirit Vvt-i CVT owner drives around 11,309 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 T Spirit Vvt-i CVT models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.

Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT reliable?
Based on 548 MOT tests, the Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT has a 85.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT do per year?
The typical Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT does around 11,309 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT last?
Most Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 101 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Toyota Prius T Spirit Vvt-i CVT is 2014 with a 87.6% pass rate across 97 tests.