2015 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric · FM65 LLT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT test on 4 December 2025 at 104,399 miles passed only after a failure involving multiple lighting issues, including the offside rear position lamp, stop lamp, and a missing mirror cover. This trend suggests the previous owner only addressed defects once they cause an inspection failure, rather than performing routine electrical checks between annual tests. The mileage progression is remarkably consistent for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per year. There is a clear increase of 15,836 miles between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests, and another 20,009 miles between December 2024 and December 2025. This steady usage indicates regular annual driving, which is generally beneficial for mechanical components to prevent seizing, though it also confirms that consumables like tyres and rubber bushings are subject to standard age-related wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the electrical system, as the recurring failures of registration plate lamps, side repeaters, and stop lamps indicate potential wiring issues or corroded sockets. The December 2024 advisory noted a nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit and on the edge, which often signals an alignment problem or worn suspension components like bushes. While the record shows no structural corrosion or major mechanical failures, the repeated focus on minor bulbs and lenses warrants a thorough check of all exterior lighting housing and housing condition to ensure no further hidden faults exist.