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CV12 DZL

2012 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1789cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

166,518 mi
Last recorded166,518 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 DZL
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,789cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 166,518 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2026 166,517 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing one (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing one (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 148,002 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside And Nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside And Nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 142,293 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 136,015 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 131,250 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 127,621 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 123,532 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 120,652 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 114,904 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 107,895 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 102,321 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 95,110 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 May 2018 95,110 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 92,102 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 85,121 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 83,413 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 May 2016 75,123 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 69,215 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 64,887 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Prius?

Based on 1,959,742 MOT tests across 148,686 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
12,199
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
148,686
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,116
position lamp(s) not working 9,474
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,244
Registration plate lamp not working 9,122
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CV12 DZL is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,789cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 112,241 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Prius fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV12 DZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Prius typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Prius is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV12 DZL registered?

CV12 DZL is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 6 March 2012.

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