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DRZ 9736

2012 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

194,481 mi
Last recorded194,481 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 9736
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 194,481 miles

Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

general condition under vehicle corroding

Pass 20 Sep 2024 186,713 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 180,338 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Aug 2023 180,338 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 174,495 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 167,434 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2021 167,434 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 162,009 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 154,842 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 147,401 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 139,921 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 132,109 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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DRZ 9736 is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DRZ 9736, 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 DRZ 9736 registered?

DRZ 9736 is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is DRZ 9736 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 9736 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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