2015 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric · EX15 EFW

The 2015 Toyota Yaris presents a stable and improving maintenance trend at its most recent MOT on 1 August 2025, passing at 43,546 miles with only minor advisories. The tester flagged a front tyre worn close to the legal limit on both inner edges and noted a non-excessive oil leak. These are low-severity items. Crucially, the vehicle has a clean record of passing every MOT since at least February 2022, and the 2023 tests recorded zero defects, indicating consistent basic upkeep by the previous keeper. The mileage accumulation tells a story of very light use. Covering roughly 8,080 miles between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests, the annual figure sits well below the national average for a supermini. The long-term average of approximately 3,959 miles per year over its eleven-year life confirms this is a sparingly driven vehicle. Such low mileage typically reduces wear on drivetrain and suspension components, but it also raises the risk of moisture-related corrosion in the exhaust system and brake calipers from prolonged standing, a factor worth verifying during a physical inspection. The recurring advisory for inner-edge front tyre wear across multiple tests points to a specific mechanical issue rather than simple neglect. This wear pattern typically indicates worn front suspension bushes, specifically the lower arm rear bush or deteriorated anti-roll bar links, causing excessive negative camber under load. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension bushes and ball joints for play, even if the tyres have been replaced since the last test. The oil leak flagged in August 2025, while described as non-excessive, warrants investigation. On a petrol Yaris of this age, common sources include the valve cover gasket or the crankshaft oil seal. A visual check of the engine block and under-tray for fresh wetness is essential. The 2022 advisory for a worn and pitted offside front brake disc suggests the braking system may have suffered from surface corrosion during idle periods. Inspect the condition of the current front brake discs and pads for uneven wear or lipping, and check that the rear calipers operate freely without binding.