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DF12 XAM

2012 Toyota Prius

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

244,437 mi
Last recorded244,437 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 XAM
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 244,437 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 244,437 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 218,427 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 194,674 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 174,190 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 165,245 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 160,021 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 153,059 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 147,705 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 143,629 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 135,479 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 131,635 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 117,745 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 108,254 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 101,614 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 99,507 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 99,507 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 90,538 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2017 83,243 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 76,950 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 72,014 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 71,964 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 59,942 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 59,942 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 XAM is a 2012 Toyota Prius in White with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DF12 XAM, 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 XAM registered?

DF12 XAM is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 22 August 2012.

Is DF12 XAM safe to buy?

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