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FM12 CHC

2012 Toyota Prius

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

254,976 mi
Last recorded254,976 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 CHC
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 254,976 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 191,221 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 134,251 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 81,119 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 81,108 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative No headlamp cleaning devices fitted (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 80,473 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 79,590 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 77,564 miles

Nearside Front head lamp not fitted correctly does not effect beam pattern.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail also in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear bumper adrift not likely to come detached

Pass 16 Jul 2019 66,322 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 54,426 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 54,426 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread cracking.

Pass 5 Jul 2017 47,753 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 40,095 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 22,580 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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FM12 CHC is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Grey with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FM12 CHC, 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 FM12 CHC registered?

FM12 CHC is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is FM12 CHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM12 CHC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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