2021 Toyota Corolla 1.8L Hybrid electric · ML71 KUH

The vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness profile based on the most recent recorded data. The MOT test conducted on 20 December 2023 at 18,073 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates a stable maintenance history up to that point, suggesting that all mechanical and structural components met the DVSA safety standards at the time of the inspection. The mileage pattern is notably low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,615 miles per year. Since the car recorded only 18,073 miles by the December 2023 test, it has seen significantly less use than the average UK car. However, because the last MOT took place over eighteen months ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for its annual test. A fresh inspection is required immediately to ensure no new degradation has occurred during the period of inactivity or limited use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components typically affected by low-mileage or stationary vehicles. Low usage can sometimes lead to surface corrosion on brake discs or seized brake calipers if the vehicle is not driven regularly. Inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking or flat spotting, as rubber degrades over time regardless of tread depth. Additionally, check the suspension bushes and rubber components for signs of perish rot, as the low mileage may have masked the natural effects of aging on materials.