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VE62 GXL

2012 Toyota Prius Plus

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

171,917 mi
Last recorded171,917 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius Plus105,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE62 GXL
MakeToyota
ModelPrius Plus
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 171,917 miles

* Covers fitted making unable to check some testable items

Pass 18 Nov 2024 162,832 miles

Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 Nov 2024 162,832 miles

Central Front Outer Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 154,206 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 152,116 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 149,829 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2022 149,691 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 137,227 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2021 137,117 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 May 2021 123,611 miles
Fail 22 May 2021 123,609 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 116,675 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 116,674 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2020 107,609 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 107,609 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 99,403 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 98,103 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 88,038 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 78,876 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 72,621 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 56,413 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2017 56,413 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 36,201 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Prius Plus?

Based on 31,088 MOT tests across 2,724 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
21,928
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 58
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VE62 GXL is a 2012 Toyota Prius Plus in White with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Prius Plus models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 105,033 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 Plus fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE62 GXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Prius Plus typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Prius Plus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VE62 GXL registered?

VE62 GXL is a 2012 Toyota Prius Plus, first registered on 30 November 2012.

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