2018 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · AF68 YNX

The official DVSA MOT history for this 2018 Toyota Yaris shows a recent pass achieved on November 11 2025, following an initial failure for non-functioning offside dipped and main beam headlights alongside an untestable headlamp aim, all of which were subsequently rectified. Examining the broader maintenance trend reveals a generally stable picture with recurring minor component and consumable items rather than systemic mechanical neglect, though the vehicle has accumulated persistent advisories regarding uneven tyre wear and braking surface degradation across multiple consecutive annual tests. While the lighting failures from the most recent test were easily resolved, the historical pattern of repeat advisories suggests that routine maintenance schedules have sometimes reacted to MOT deadlines rather than proactively addressing wear before test day. With a recorded mileage of 76,584 miles at approximately eight years of age, this Yaris has averaged around 9,573 miles per year, placing its usage profile right in line with typical national averages for a modern hatchback. This steady annual mileage accumulation indicates that the vehicle has been in consistent, regular use rather than sitting idle for extended periods, which generally helps prevent issues like fuel staling, battery sulfation, and deep-seated brake disc corrosion that often plague low-mileage examples. However, this level of mileage over eight years means the mechanical components have experienced a normal working life, placing greater emphasis on verifying that previous owners kept up with interim servicing, fluid changes, and timely replacement of high-wear items such as suspension bushes and clutches. Prospective buyers must pay close attention to the braking system and tyre health during an inspection, given that pitted or scored brake discs have been repeatedly advised in both the 2024 and 2022 tests, alongside persistent inner and outer edge tyre wear warnings on the front axle. On your test drive, listen carefully for any scraping noises or pulsation through the brake pedal indicating warped or heavily worn discs and pads, and test the brakes firmly from moderate speed on a safe stretch of road to check for straight-line stopping without pulling. Inspect the front tyres manually for premature shoulder wear, which can point toward underlying front-end geometry misalignment, tracking issues, or worn suspension components that will require professional alignment or replacement shortly after purchase. Further inspection should include checking the condition of the tyres for age-related perishing or cracking, particularly around the sidewalls and tread blocks, and confirming that the offside headlight cluster functions correctly across all settings following its recent failure. Check the service history book or digital records to verify that essential maintenance intervals have been met, paying specific attention to brake fluid change stamps, as fluid degrades over time regardless of mileage. Finally, examine the windscreen wipers and side repeater lenses, ensuring that minor items noted in previous tests have been properly replaced so that you do not inherit a list of small faults that detract from the otherwise dependable nature of the vehicle.