2022 Toyota Yaris Cross Excel HEV Auto 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · FT71 AGY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight decline in attention to consumables. The most recent MOT on 26 January 2026 at 29,410 miles resulted in a pass, but the tester flagged both nearside and offside front tyres as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edges. This follows a clean pass on 21 January 2025, suggesting a shift from a defect-free state to one where basic wear items are being overlooked. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a four year old vehicle. It covered 7,067 miles between the January 2025 test at 22,343 miles and the January 2026 test at 29,410 miles. This steady accumulation indicates the car has been used regularly rather than left standing, which generally benefits the hybrid battery and braking system. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front tyres to determine if they have been replaced since January. The specific mention of edge wear in the 2026 record suggests a potential alignment issue or incorrect tyre pressures. Checking the tread depth and looking for uneven wear patterns across the tyre width will confirm if the vehicle requires a four-wheel alignment. Beyond the tyres, the MOT history is remarkably clean for a vehicle of this age. There are no records of suspension bush failure, brake disc corrosion, or exhaust leaks. The absence of any advisories in the 2025 test indicates a strong mechanical baseline, provided the current tyre issues are addressed.