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YC62 BWY

2012 Toyota Prius

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

216,988 mi
Last recorded216,988 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 BWY
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 216,988 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 214,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Oct 2024 214,319 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Sep 2023 208,820 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 208,820 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 205,698 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 205,698 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 204,474 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 194,577 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 185,164 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 185,161 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 182,806 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 168,452 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 163,192 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 158,762 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 157,785 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 144,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 131,598 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 131,598 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 118,993 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2018 118,993 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 106,575 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2018 106,575 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 94,288 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 81,143 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 81,136 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 79,882 miles

rear wiper torn

Pass 17 Dec 2015 60,420 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Dec 2015 60,420 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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YC62 BWY is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Black with a 1,798cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 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 YC62 BWY, 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 YC62 BWY registered?

YC62 BWY is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 19 December 2012.

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