2022 Toyota Corolla Icon HEV CVT 1.8L Hybrid electric · KP72 DKV

This 2022 Toyota Corolla Icon HEV CVT presents an exceptionally clean MOT profile with no defects recorded across all four tests, including the most recent examination on 3 January 2026 at 44,602 miles. The maintenance trend is stable and unblemished. Every annual test since the vehicle's first MOT on 9 January 2023 has resulted in a pass with zero advisories, indicating consistent roadworthiness and no emerging mechanical or safety concerns. The mileage progression warrants close attention. The vehicle recorded only 49 miles at its first test in January 2023, suggesting minimal use during its initial months or possible delivery timing relative to registration. Mileage then climbed to 16,391 by December 2023, representing approximately 16,340 miles in under twelve months. The subsequent interval to December 2024 saw a further 15,065 miles added, followed by 13,146 miles in the thirteen months to January 2026. The annual mileage has remained remarkably consistent at roughly 13,000 to 16,000 miles per year, with no unexplained gaps or suspiciously low periods that would indicate odometer irregularities or prolonged inactivity. This pattern aligns with regular commuter or family use rather than sporadic short journeys. Given the complete absence of recorded defects, a prospective buyer gains limited specific guidance from the MOT history itself. However, the hybrid powertrain demands particular scrutiny during a physical inspection. The high-voltage battery health, inverter operation, and regenerative braking system performance cannot be assessed through MOT records alone. Brake discs and pads require direct examination for wear patterns, as hybrid vehicles rely heavily on regenerative braking that can mask conventional brake deterioration. Tyre condition across all four corners should be verified, noting that even wear across consistent annual mileage suggests regular rotation or alignment checks, though this is unconfirmed in the record. Suspension components, whilst never flagged, accumulate load over 44,000 miles of typical UK road use and merit inspection of dampers, coil springs, and bushes for signs of weeping or fatigue. The exhaust emissions system, whilst passing cleanly, operates under scrutiny in hybrid applications where the internal combustion engine experiences intermittent duty cycles. Corrosion protection underneath should be checked, particularly given four winters of road salt exposure. No structural integrity concerns exist in the documented history, yet a buyer should still examine mounting points and subframe areas. Overall, this Corolla represents a low-risk acquisition based on MOT data, though the hybrid-specific systems and standard wear items remain the focus for any pre-purchase inspection.