2017 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric · LR67 LXM

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 21 July 2025 with no advisories or defects recorded, indicating a clean roadworthiness outcome at the present time. The broader DVSA history supports a stable maintenance trend, with successive passes at the 2022, 2023, and 2025 tests, all of which were free of advisories. The single fail dated 15 July 2024 is followed by a pass on the same date, suggesting an isolated issue was identified and rectified immediately to enable re-test on the same day; the absence of any advisory on the subsequent pass implies the remedial work was completed to a satisfactory standard. There is no pattern of recurring or escalating defects across the recorded history, which is a reassuring indicator for a prospective buyer. With a recorded mileage of 54,966 miles across approximately nine years of service, this Yaris has covered around 6,107 miles annually, which sits broadly within the expected average for a vehicle of this age and class. The mileage accumulation appears steady and consistent rather than concentrated in short bursts, which is generally favourable for mechanical condition as it avoids both the prolonged standing periods and the heavy long-distance wear extremes. At this overall mileage, the engine, transmission, and clutch components on a Toyota Yaris of this generation would normally still be in good health, provided routine servicing has been maintained. The relatively modest annual mileage does, however, mean that some age-related deterioration could be present even where distance-related wear is limited, and this should inform the practical inspection approach. Given the clean MOT record and moderate usage profile, physical inspection should focus primarily on age and time-related degradation rather than wear from high mileage. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, which occur irrespective of tread depth and are common on vehicles that may have stood for extended periods; check the production date codes on the sidewalls and inspect for uneven wear patterns that might suggest suspension misalignment. Examine the brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion, particularly on the outer edges and rear drums or discs, as standing use leads to rust build-up that can cause brake shudder or binding until the surfaces clean up under application. Verify the condition of all undertray protection, exhaust mounting rubbers, and suspension components for any surface corrosion consistent with nine years of road exposure, paying particular attention to coil springs, lower arm bushes, and anti-roll bar linkages which are prone to corrosion-related failure on older vehicles. Additional checks appropriate to this vehicle's profile include verifying the age and condition of the 12-volt battery, as units beyond five years often show reduced cranking performance, and inspecting the cooling system for any signs of leakage or perished hoses that may not have manifested as an MOT failure. Service history should be reviewed to confirm timely replacement of engine oil and filter, brake fluid, coolant, and the spark plugs or drive belt interval as appropriate, since time-based fluid degradation can compromise braking performance and cooling efficiency regardless of mileage covered. On a test drive, listen for any suspension clonks over uneven surfaces, monitor for pulling under braking, and check that the steering returns smoothly to centre, as these symptoms can indicate bush or component wear not yet flagged at MOT. Finally, confirm the exhaust system is secure with no blowing joints, ensure all interior warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start, and verify that the air conditioning and electronic systems function as expected, as ancillary component failures are the most common age-related concerns on a low-to-moderate mileage Yaris of this vintage.