2023 Toyota Yaris Icon HEV CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · FD23 WSL

The vehicle was presented for its most recent official DVSA MOT test on 16 June 2026 and was recorded as a PASS, with no defects or advisories noted by the examiner. A clean pass at the first compulsory test for a three year old vehicle is a positive indicator, particularly given that this is the inaugural MOT milestone for cars of this age. With only one test on file, it is not yet possible to identify a longitudinal trend of improvement or deterioration, but the absence of any recorded advisories relating to braking components, tyres, suspension, lighting, or emissions suggests that the vehicle entered the test in sound overall mechanical condition. The recorded odometer reading of 8,632 miles against an approximate vehicle age of three years equates to an annual usage of around 2,877 miles, which is well below the typical average for a privately operated vehicle in the UK. This very low annual mileage profile is consistent with either short commuter journeys, predominantly urban use, or extended periods of standing between uses. Such a usage pattern has particular mechanical implications, as low-mileage hybrid vehicles frequently suffer from issues unrelated to component wear, including premature tyre perishing due to age rather than mileage, brake disc corrosion from infrequent application, and potential degradation of fluids such as brake fluid and coolant through calendar ageing rather than service intervals. Given the clean MOT record and the low mileage, prospective buyers should focus on time-based deterioration rather than wear-based inspection. The tyres, although likely to retain substantial tread depth, should be carefully examined for sidewall cracking, perishing, or bulging consistent with three years of ageing, particularly as original equipment rubber compounds can deteriorate regardless of mileage. Brake discs and calipers should be inspected for surface corrosion and any signs of binding or seizure, as hybrid drivetrains rely heavily on regenerative braking and the friction brakes may suffer from low use, leading to uneven disc wear patterns or judder under pedal application. Additionally, the 12V auxiliary battery, which is a known service item on Toyota hybrid systems, should be health-checked, and a diagnostic read using a Toyota-compatible scan tool is advisable to confirm hybrid battery state of health and to review any stored fault codes that would not be visible on a standard MOT examination. Finally, although full service history stamps should be verified in the physical service book, the very low annual mileage means that calendar-based servicing is particularly relevant. Brake fluid should have been renewed regardless of mileage due to its hygroscopic nature, typically on a two-year cycle, and coolant condition should be assessed. On a test drive, the buyer should listen carefully for any suspension clonks or knocking over uneven surfaces, which could indicate perished bushes or top mount wear from standing, and should verify smooth transitions between electric and petrol propulsion to confirm healthy hybrid system operation. The CVT transmission should be tested under load, with attention paid to any judder, slip, or unusual whine during acceleration, while a thorough inspection underneath the vehicle for fluid leaks from the engine, transmission, or hybrid components is strongly recommended given that MOT testing does not include a comprehensive underbody examination.