2022 Toyota Yaris Icon HEV CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric · EL53 JAM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on 9 October 2025 at 16,816 miles. The maintenance trend shows a sharp improvement, as the owner immediately rectified critical defects identified just one day prior to that test. While the initial failure indicated urgent mechanical concerns, the subsequent pass with no recorded defects suggests that the necessary repairs were carried out to bring the car back to a compliant operating standard. At 16,816 miles over approximately four years, the car has clocked significantly low mileage, averaging roughly 4,200 miles per year. This low usage often suggests short-distance trips or long periods of inactivity, which can sometimes lead to flat-spotting tyres or corrosion despite low mechanical wear. The failure on 8 October 2025 regarding tyre wear indicates that despite the low mileage, the consumables reached the end of their functional life or suffered from uneven wear patterns due to driving conditions. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the nearside rear shock absorber to ensure the leaking unit was properly replaced and that no further weeping persists. The edge wear noted on both the nearside front and nearside rear tyres points to a potential alignment issue or incorrect suspension geometry that requires professional verification. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check the brake discs for surface pitting or heavy corrosion, which frequently occurs on vehicles that sit for extended periods.