2016 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · FN66 JMU

A consistent sequence of annual test passes defines the roadworthiness profile of this Toyota Yaris, which successfully secured a clean pass on the first of October 2025 at 95,767 miles. While the vehicle has avoided formal test failures across the seven recorded inspections from 2019 onward, the history reveals a recurring trend of minor component degradation, particularly concerning braking surfaces and exterior mirrors. Advisory notices have appeared with regularity in four out of the last five examinations, indicating that while the car meets statutory safety standards at the time of testing, several peripheral items require ongoing mechanical monitoring. Accumulating approximately 9,577 miles per year over its decade in service, the vehicle exhibits a predictable and steady usage profile that aligns closely with national averages for its age bracket. This consistent annual mileage accumulation indicates a normal operational lifecycle without extended periods of inactivity or severe over-utilization that might otherwise accelerate structural fatigue or mechanical degradation. Consequently, wear and tear across the chassis and drivetrain is broadly in line with expectations for a ten-year-old hatchback of this class. Prospective buyers must pay close attention to the braking system during a static inspection and road test, given that the front brake discs were flagged for wear, pitting, and scoring in 2023, followed by a similar advisory for the rear brake discs in July 2024. During the test drive, listen for any grinding noises or vibration through the brake pedal when decelerating from higher speeds, and inspect the disc faces visually for deep grooves or lips along the outer edges that would necessitate a prompt replacement of discs and pads. Furthermore, the 2025 test noted slight damage to the inner wall of the nearside front tyre, highlighting the need to examine all tyre sidewalls closely for curb scuffs, bulges, or perishing rubber. Additional inspection should cover the minor cosmetic and functional items flagged during previous tests, including the nearside mirror damage recorded in 2021 and 2022, as well as the mirror damage and headlight adjuster note from 2023. Verify that the manual interior headlight aiming mechanism operates correctly to adjust the beam height, and check that both door mirrors are securely fixed and provide an undistorted rear view. Ensuring these ancillary features function properly alongside a thorough check of the braking components will confirm whether the car has been maintained to an adequate standard beyond the minimum requirements of the MOT test.