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EX12 VTZ

2012 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

212,433 mi
Last recorded212,433 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 VTZ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 212,433 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2025 202,251 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 188,536 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 175,859 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 162,820 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 149,158 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated fog lamp smoking (4.11 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 149,120 miles

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

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated fog lamp smoking (4.11 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 134,871 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 115,633 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 115,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 97,258 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 80,974 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 80,930 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2021 80,009 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 76,936 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 61,553 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2018 46,839 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 32,489 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 26,262 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 21,384 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 21,384 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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EX12 VTZ is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 EX12 VTZ, 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 EX12 VTZ registered?

EX12 VTZ is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is EX12 VTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 VTZ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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