2022 Toyota Yaris Icon HEV CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric · KN22 HKC

The most recent MOT test conducted on 21 March 2026 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the 2025 history indicates a failure on 20 March 2025, the vehicle passed again on the same day with no subsequent advisories or defects noted in the following year. This suggests that any issues identified during that failure were minor and rectified promptly, indicating a stable maintenance trend. The absence of recurring advisories suggests that the vehicle's essential safety and environmental systems, including lighting, steering, and braking, are currently in good working order. The recorded mileage of 30,795 miles over approximately four years represents an annual usage rate of roughly 7,700 miles. This is a typical and healthy usage profile for a vehicle of this age, suggesting it has been used regularly enough to prevent component seizure or fluid degradation without incurring the excessive wear associated with high-mileage usage. This level of mileage implies that consumables such as brake pads, tyres, and suspension bushes should still be in a relatively good state, provided that regular servicing has been performed according to the manufacturer's schedule. Given the clean MOT record, the physical inspection should focus on age-related degradation and time-based wear. You should carefully inspect the tyre sidewalls for any signs of perishing or cracking, which can occur due to age and UV exposure even if the tread depth is sufficient. During the test drive, listen for any unusual noises from the suspension, such as knocks or clunks over uneven surfaces, which could indicate early wear in the coil springs or bushes. Additionally, check for any brake shudder or binding calipers, as surface corrosion on the discs can occur if the vehicle has spent significant time standing. Finally, it is essential to verify the service history to ensure that all maintenance has been carried out according to the manufacturer's schedule, including calendar-based fluid changes for the engine oil and brake fluid. For a hybrid vehicle, you should also confirm the health of the 12V auxiliary battery, as a weak battery can cause electronic malfunctions within the hybrid control systems. Ensure that the service book contains consistent stamps to validate that the CVT transmission and hybrid powertrain have been maintained according to the required intervals to ensure long-term reliability.