2022 Toyota Corolla Icon HEV CVT 1.8L Hybrid electric · CF71 XTC

A clean two-test MOT record on this 2022 Toyota Corolla Icon HEV CVT points to a vehicle with no flagged advisories or failures to date, supporting a picture of consistent roadworthiness across its first three years on the road. The most recent test on 17 September 2025 returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the prior test on 2 October 2024 was equally clean. Without any recorded wear items, structural corrosion concerns, lighting defects, or brake-related advisories, the DVSA history offers a reassuring baseline that the core safety-tested components such as brakes, tyres, suspension, steering, and emissions were all considered serviceable at the time of testing. For a prospective buyer, this absence of recorded issues is a positive starting point but should be cross-referenced with a current physical inspection, as MOT testing is a snapshot rather than a guarantee of present condition. With 40,119 miles recorded over approximately four years, this Corolla is averaging around 10,030 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the typical usage band for a privately owned family saloon. The mileage progression between the 2024 and 2025 tests suggests a steady accumulation of roughly 11,000 miles in that twelve-month window, indicating the car is being used regularly rather than left standing for long periods. Consistent year-round driving of this nature tends to be mechanically favourable for a hybrid powertrain, keeping the high-voltage battery exercised, the petrol engine free of stale fuel issues, and the underbody components protected from prolonged exposure to standing water. The figures here do not suggest any unusual mileage gaps, clock irregularities, or suspiciously low readings that would warrant concern about extended off-road periods or odometer tampering. Because the MOT history carries no advisories, there are no specific components with documented wear that demand priority attention during a pre-purchase inspection. Nevertheless, given the hybrid specification and the Corolla's known mechanical layout, a prospective buyer should still carry out a focused test drive and visual check. On the move, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, particularly from the lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkages, which are common wear points on cars of this age regardless of MOT findings. Pay attention to brake feel, as hybrid vehicles rely heavily on regenerative braking and the friction brakes can suffer from corrosion on the discs and pads due to infrequent mechanical application; a judder through the pedal or steering wheel under firm braking would indicate disc lipping or pad glazing. The steering should remain precise and self-centring without pulling to either side under acceleration or braking. In addition to the dynamic checks, a thorough inspection should include a look underneath the vehicle for any emerging corrosion on the rear axle, subframe, and brake pipe runs, particularly given that the car is now entering its fifth year and approaching the age where underbody corrosion can begin to develop. Inspect the tyres for even wear across both axles, as uneven inner or outer shoulder wear can hint at suspension geometry or tracking issues that would not yet have triggered an MOT failure but could indicate developing problems. Open the bonnet and examine the engine and surrounding ancillaries for any signs of oil seepage from the petrol engine or inverter cooling system, and confirm that the 12V auxiliary battery in the boot or under-bonnet location is secure and free from corrosion at its terminals. Finally, verify the hybrid system functions correctly by confirming a smooth transition between electric and petrol power during gentle acceleration and that the dashboard displays no warning lamps related to the hybrid drivetrain before committing to purchase.