2022 Toyota Yaris Excel HEV CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · DV22 CCF

The most recent DVSA MOT test, conducted on 23 June 2026, resulted in a Pass, which is a positive indicator of the vehicle's present roadworthy condition. However, the examiner issued an advisory concerning the nearside rear tyre, noting that it was worn close to the legal limit and also worn on the edge. While an advisory does not constitute a failure, it does signal an area of developing concern that should be addressed prior to purchase. The previous MOT, dated 19 June 2025, was passed with no advisories or defects recorded, indicating that the general maintenance trend has been broadly stable, though the emergence of a tyre-related advisory on the most recent examination suggests the beginnings of wear progression that warrants close attention. Overall, the absence of any structural, braking, suspension, or exhaust advisories across the recorded history points to a vehicle that has been reasonably well maintained, with no recurring or escalating defect patterns that would suggest underlying mechanical deterioration. With a recorded mileage of 19,382 miles over an approximate four-year service life, this Yaris has covered around 4,846 miles annually, which is considerably below the national average. Such low usage can be interpreted in two ways. On one hand, it implies reduced mechanical wear on major drivetrain components, including the hybrid system, clutch, brakes, and engine internals, which is generally favourable. On the other hand, low annual mileage frequently correlates with extended periods of standing, which introduces its own set of age-related concerns. Irregular use can lead to brake disc corrosion due to surface rust accumulation, flat spots or sidewall perishing in tyres, and degradation of fluids that rely on regular cycling. The absence of any MOT data covering the vehicle's first years of life is also typical for cars under three years old, which were MOT-exempt, so the limited two-test history is not unusual for a 2022 model but does mean the buyer has less longitudinal data to draw upon. Given the relatively sparse MOT history and the low-mileage profile, a prospective buyer should carry out a series of practical physical inspections that reflect the realities of a lightly used, four-year-old vehicle. Tyre condition deserves particular attention: the advisory on the nearside rear should prompt a thorough examination of all four tyres for tread depth, even wear across the contact patch, and importantly for a low-mileage car, signs of sidewall cracking, perishing, or age-related rubber degradation. Uneven or one-sided wear on the rear may also hint at misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or weak coil springs, all of which are worth checking on a test drive by listening for clunks or knocks over speed bumps and uneven road surfaces. The brake discs should be inspected for corrosion ridges around the outer edge, as prolonged standing can cause pitting and juddering under braking, and the calipers should be checked for seizing, particularly if the vehicle has been infrequently used in wet conditions. Beyond the visible and audible checks, attention should turn to age-sensitive service items that do not necessarily deteriorate with mileage alone. The 12-volt auxiliary battery, which supports the hybrid system's electronic control units, typically has a service life of four to six years and should be tested for holding charge, especially if the car has stood for long intervals. Hybrid system coolant, engine oil, brake fluid, and transmission fluid all degrade over time through moisture absorption and chemical breakdown, and a low-mileage car may not have had these refreshed according to calendar-based service intervals. It is therefore prudent to request evidence of recent servicing and verify that time-sensitive fluid changes have been carried out regardless of the odometer reading. Finally, a test drive should include careful observation of the hybrid system's transition between electric and petrol power, smooth CVT response, and any warning lights on the dashboard, as these will help confirm that the powertrain remains in sound condition despite the limited mileage accumulation.