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FL12 UTB

2012 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests30 (26 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

228,239 mi
Last recorded228,239 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 UTB
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

26 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 228,239 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2025 228,239 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2024 222,126 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2024 222,126 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 216,690 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 212,104 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 190,998 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 172,321 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 171,240 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 162,240 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 157,404 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 156,962 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 152,274 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 143,219 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 141,811 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2019 129,810 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 120,141 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 108,792 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 96,178 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 96,178 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 91,187 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 68,672 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 56,417 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 52,227 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 47,091 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 32,387 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 31,692 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 30,896 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 30,896 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 28,615 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FL12 UTB is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FL12 UTB, 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 FL12 UTB registered?

FL12 UTB is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 10 April 2012.

Is FL12 UTB safe to buy?

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