2022 Toyota Corolla Icon HEV CVT 1.8L Hybrid electric · BD22 WXH

The vehicle’s most recent MOT tests reveal a stable but inconsistent roadworthiness record, with the September 2025 test cycle ending in a single, minor failure—an ineffective offside windscreen wiper—despite the car passing all other checks. This suggests the vehicle was otherwise mechanically sound at 23,388 miles, though the repeated wiper issue (failed again after passing clean in April 2025) implies a lack of attention to a straightforward consumable component. No structural, braking, or emissions failures were recorded, and the absence of advisories in either test indicates no hidden or deferred defects. The September 2025 failure was rectified before the retest, but the pattern of neglecting such a basic item raises questions about the diligence of previous maintenance. The recorded mileage of 23,388 miles over approximately four years—roughly 5,847 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, particularly given the hybrid powertrain’s typical usage patterns. The gap between the April 2025 (20,016 miles) and September 2025 (23,388 miles) tests suggests the car may have been stationary for a significant period, as the mileage increase of 3,372 miles occurred over just five months. This could indicate limited use, potential storage, or even odometer manipulation, though no red flags in the MOT history directly support the latter. The low mileage does reduce wear concerns for high-stress components like brakes or suspension, but it also means critical fluids (e.g., brake fluid, coolant) may not have been refreshed according to manufacturer intervals. A buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the windscreen wipers and their linkages, as the repeated failure suggests either worn blades or a faulty mechanism. Given the lack of MOT advisories, there is no evidence of deeper issues, but the suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for excessive wear or corrosion, particularly if the car has spent extended periods off-road or in damp conditions. The hybrid battery and CVT transmission remain untested in this record, so a specialist diagnostic for hybrid-specific faults—such as cooling system integrity or regenerative braking efficiency—would be prudent. Finally, the brakes, though not failed, warrant scrutiny for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been stored with flat tyres or driven inconsistently.