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DF12 TDZ

2012 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,513 mi
Last recorded57,513 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 TDZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 57,513 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 57,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 50,901 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 50,901 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 42,624 miles

Offside Front indicator lens is damaged

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2019 42,620 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front indicator lens is damaged

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 35,135 miles

Both rear tyres are starting to perish and crack slightly

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front indicator lamp lens is damaged, and slightly insecure

Pass 14 Jan 2017 29,284 miles

Offside Front Lower lamp unit has a damaged lens cover

Pass 9 Oct 2015 23,278 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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DF12 TDZ is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,797cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF12 TDZ, 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.

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What year was DF12 TDZ registered?

DF12 TDZ is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is DF12 TDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 TDZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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