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YG62 XER

2012 Toyota Prius

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 1797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

288,009 mi
Last recorded288,009 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 XER
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 288,009 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material REAR PIPES UNDERSEALED (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 288,009 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material REAR PIPES UNDERSEALED (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface CELLOTAPED (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 262,572 miles

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

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2017 70,975 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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YG62 XER is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Blue with a 1,797cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 YG62 XER, 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 YG62 XER registered?

YG62 XER is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is YG62 XER safe to buy?

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