2023 Toyota Yaris Design HEV CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · KE23 AFA

A recent safety‑critical failure on the front tyre and windscreen cleaning system dominates the MOT record, with a dangerous tread depth on the off‑side front tyre and ineffective wipers recorded on 29 July 2026, followed by a re‑test the next day that showed the defects had been rectified and the vehicle passed. This pattern indicates that the car required prompt remedial work on its tyre and washer‑wiper assembly, but that the issues were addressed sufficiently to satisfy the MOT criteria at the time of the pass. At just 15,852 mi after roughly three years of age, the average annual mileage is around 5,300 mi, well below the typical UK usage rate. Such low utilisation generally reduces wear on drivetrain and suspension components, yet it can also mean prolonged periods of inactivity, which may accelerate degradation of rubber parts such as tyre sidewalls, wiper blades and seals. The mileage figure therefore suggests relatively light mechanical stress but raises the possibility of age‑related hardening in components that are not heavily cycled. When inspecting the vehicle, confirm that the front wiper blades now make full contact across the windscreen and that the washer spray reaches the entire surface without interruption. Operate the controls at low and high speed to listen for any abnormal motor whine or binding in the wiper arms, and check the condition of the blade rubber for cracking or hardening. Examine the front tyres closely, measuring tread depth on all four corners; the off‑side front tyre should now be at or above the 1.6 mm legal minimum, with even wear patterns and no sidewall bulges or cuts that could indicate hidden damage from the earlier deficiency. Finally, perform a brief road‑test to feel for any steering pull, unusual vibration, or brake pedal judder that might hint at lingering issues not captured by the MOT, especially given the vehicle’s low‑mileage profile. Verify that the brake pads and discs appear within normal wear limits, and listen for any squeal from the brake calipers that could have resulted from the earlier tyre wear. A thorough visual inspection of the wiper motor housing and associated wiring for corrosion will also help ensure that the corrective work performed after the failure was comprehensive and durable.