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WP61 SZX

2012 Toyota Prius

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

321,626 mi
Last recorded321,626 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP61 SZX
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 321,626 miles

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 May 2024 288,135 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2023 252,528 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 252,448 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 227,142 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Jun 2021 180,952 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 146,659 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 114,695 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 114,695 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 108,552 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 100,070 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 68,270 miles

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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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WP61 SZX is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,797cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WP61 SZX, 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 WP61 SZX registered?

WP61 SZX is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 17 February 2012.

Is WP61 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP61 SZX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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