2016 TOYOTA YARIS1.5L Hybrid Electric (Clean)

This Toyota Yaris has maintained a consistent roadworthiness record over the past five MOT cycles, with no defects or advisories recorded in any of the tests conducted between October 2021 and October 2025. The most recent inspection, on 15 October 2025 at 36,103 miles, confirms the vehicle remains compliant with current UK standards for brakes, emissions, suspension, and structural integrity. The absence of recurring advisories suggests the car has been subject to at least basic maintenance, though the lack of any recorded faults does not preclude hidden wear—particularly in areas like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake caliper binding, which are not always captured in standard MOT checks. The mileage progression indicates unusually low annual usage, averaging just 3,610 miles over a decade. This suggests prolonged periods of inactivity, which could accelerate degradation in components like tyres, battery health, and fluid integrity. Notably, there are no gaps exceeding the standard 12-month interval between tests, though the consistent low mileage raises questions about whether the vehicle has been stored properly or driven regularly enough to prevent issues like flat spots on tyres or seized suspension joints. The most significant mileage jump occurred between the 2021 (23,945 miles) and 2022 (27,457 miles) tests—a 3,512-mile increase over a year—yet even this remains well below average for a vehicle of this age. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are prone to drying out over long periods of inactivity. The brakes, while not flagged, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, as these issues often develop gradually without visible MOT warnings. Tyre condition is another critical area; failing twice on tread depth in prior tests would have been a red flag, but here the absence of such notes means tread remains above the legal minimum, though wear patterns should still be examined for irregularities. Finally, the battery and fluid levels (coolant, brake fluid, power steering) warrant verification, as low mileage can lead to degraded electrolyte levels or dried-out systems. The lack of advisories is reassuring, but no MOT guarantees long-term reliability—only that the car met the minimum standards at the time of testing.