Toyota Prius Hybrid MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Toyota Prius Hybrid. Check any Prius Hybrid by registration number below.

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97.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+13.6%

vs Toyota Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Toyota Prius Hybrid — MOT Reliability Overview

The Toyota Prius Hybrid has an average MOT pass rate of 97.1%, which is 13.6 percentage points above the Toyota brand average of 83.5%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Prius Hybrid is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Toyota Prius Hybrid fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Prius Hybrid for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Toyota Prius Hybrid, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Toyota Prius Hybrid performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 181 vehicles

97.8%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

1.8%

Mileage at 3yr

176k mi

Mileage at 5yr

300k mi

2018

Based on 256 vehicles

98.0%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

0.6%

Mileage at 5yr

342k mi

2017

Based on 50 vehicles

98.0%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

3.7%

2016

Based on 91 vehicles

95.6%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

6.0%

2015

Based on 120 vehicles

99.2%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 10yr

283k mi

2014

Based on 170 vehicles

97.1%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

6.3%

Mileage at 10yr

284k mi

2013

Based on 67 vehicles

95.5%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

3.8%

Mileage at 10yr

359k mi

0

Based on 333 vehicles

95.8%Excellent

Toyota average: 83.5%

Mileage at 5yr

175k mi

Top MOT Failures — Toyota Prius Hybrid

The most common reasons a Toyota Prius Hybrid fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

5.9%

Toyota Prius Hybrid Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

2.8%

Rear

1.7%

Front

1.7%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for Toyota Prius Hybrid

Toyota Prius Hybrid — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Toyota Prius Hybrid MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Toyota Prius Hybrid?

The average MOT pass rate for the Toyota Prius Hybrid is 97.1% compared to the Toyota average of 83.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Toyota Prius Hybrid?

The most common MOT failures on the Toyota Prius Hybrid are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (5.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Toyota Prius Hybrid reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 97.1%, the Toyota Prius Hybrid is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Toyota Prius Hybrid?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Toyota Prius Hybrid?

Typical mileage for the Toyota Prius Hybrid: 176,036 miles at 3 years, 300,373 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Prius Hybrid to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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