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WU12 XVJ

2012 Toyota Prius

Silver Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

346,762 mi
Last recorded346,762 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU12 XVJ
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 346,762 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front belts slight damage to webbing (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 23 Apr 2026 346,708 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure broken mount (4.1.1 (c))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front belts slight damage to webbing (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2026 340,562 miles

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

Offside Front Upper headlamp mount broken but reasonably secure**

Offside Front daytime running light not working

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

advise abs and traction control lights were illuminated when first driven but went off recommend check out at toyota

Pass 23 Jul 2025 333,158 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2025 333,102 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split/torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2024 328,658 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis and sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear park brake effort low

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front washer jet low pressure

Offside Rear number plate light dim

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both offside and nearside inner joints worn/movement (recommend not driven until rectified) ()

Pass 15 Nov 2024 327,432 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack play recommend immediate investigation ()

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

Nearside Rear park brake lower effort than normal

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack play recommend immediate investigation ()

Offside Front headlamp not 100% secure

Offside Front washer jets poor flow

Offside Rear number plate light dim

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis,sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 261,754 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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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WU12 XVJ is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WU12 XVJ, 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 WU12 XVJ registered?

WU12 XVJ is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 8 March 2012.

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