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VU62 KZL

2012 Toyota Prius

Silver Electric 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

224,954 mi
Last recorded224,954 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 KZL
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeElectric
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 224,954 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2025 224,954 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 214,468 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2024 214,468 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 205,632 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 186,215 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 171,111 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 157,277 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 145,695 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 139,994 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 135,297 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 127,523 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 118,652 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 109,789 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 89,291 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 78,806 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 68,601 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 6 Dec 2016 68,600 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2016 54,645 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also has cuts in the outer side wall (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2015 47,420 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both wiper blades smearing slightly

items removed from view prior to test

Pass 10 Jun 2015 34,041 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2014 21,691 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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VU62 KZL is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,798cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VU62 KZL, 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 VU62 KZL registered?

VU62 KZL is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is VU62 KZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU62 KZL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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