2013 Toyota Prius+ — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 51,742 MOT tests analysed for the 2013 Toyota Prius+, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 88.9% was above the average for small family cars of a similar age (80.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 11.9% | 6,178 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.2% | 2,171 |
| 3 | Tyres | 4.1% | 2,116 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.5% | 1,814 |
| 5 | Brakes | 3.1% | 1,624 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.7% | 367 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 2,696 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 2,156 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 1,507 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 1,352 |
| 5 | Wipers | 1,167 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 1,091 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 16.5% | 8,521 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.4% | 6,939 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.4% | 5,409 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 6.7% | 3,480 |
| 5 | Other defects | 5.7% | 2,929 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.4% | 1,256 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 684 | 8.8% |
| 30-60k | 5,092 | 10.5% |
| 60-90k | 7,682 | 11.3% |
| 90-120k | 6,637 | 11.5% |
| 120-150k | 6,841 | 10.8% |
| 150k+ | 24,770 | 11.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 30,702 | 9.4% |
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 20,074 | 13.9% |
| Electric | 424 | 9.2% |
| Other | 421 | 7.8% |
| Petrol | 116 | 10.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 10,181 | 9.0% |
| 2022 | 10,604 | 9.4% |
| 2023 | 10,883 | 9.8% |
| 2024 | 10,226 | 13.5% |
| 2025 | 9,848 | 14.3% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Prius+
Before buying a 2013 Toyota Prius+, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 11.9% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (11.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (4.2% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Tyres (4.1% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2013 Toyota Prius+s pass their MOT?
88.9% of the 51,742 2013 Toyota Prius+ MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Toyota Prius+?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 11.9% of tests, followed by suspension (4.2%).
Does the 2013 Prius+ get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.8% in the 0-30k band to 11.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 51,742 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.