2022 Toyota Corolla Design HEV CVT 2.0L Hybrid electric · ML72 EVU
2022 Toyota Corolla Design HEV CVT (2.0L, hybrid electric). First registered 01 Sept 2022. Recorded mileage 42,267 miles. MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA COROLLA DESIGN HEV CVT
- Year / Origin
- 2022 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,267 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- HYBRID ELECTRIC · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML72 EVU Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2025
- 42,267 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
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ML72 EVU MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2022 Toyota Corolla Design Hev Cvt (ML72 EVU) between September 2025 and September 2025.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Our Verdict
This Toyota Corolla HEV is a solid prosp
When inspecting this specific 2022 hybrid, prioritize checking the service history to ensure the hybrid system software updates have been performed by Toyota. Given the MOT advisory for thin front brake pads at 42,267 miles, you should negotiate the cost of a brake service or confirm that the pads and discs have since been replaced.
Check the condition of the windscreen wipers and the wiper motor, as the 2025 MOT flagged a defective blade. Because this is a CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) model, ensure the drive feels smooth without any unusual droning or hesitation during test drives.
As a 1987cc hybrid, this Corolla is designed for efficiency, typically offering low fuel consumption in urban environments. Being a Euro 6 compliant vehicle, it is exempt from many low-emission zone charges in UK cities.
Maintenance costs for Toyota hybrids are generally predictable, though brake wear should be monitored as noted in the recent MOT. Estimated annual running costs, including fuel, tax, insurance, and routine maintenance, are expected to be moderate.
Focus your inspection on the braking system; the 2025 MOT record specifically identified thin front brake pads. It is worth checking the thickness of the brake discs as well, as these often wear alongside the pads.
Additionally, inspect the windscreen wiper assembly. The MOT history noted a defective offside wiper blade, so ensure the entire wiper mechanism operates smoothly without streaking or noise. Finally, check the tyres, as 'tyre' is a top failure reason for this model aggregate, even if not specifically flagged on this vehicle's latest test.
Registered in September 2022, this blue Corolla Design HEV has covered 42,267 miles in approximately four years. This puts its usage slightly above the model average of 10,889 miles per year. The most recent MOT in September 2025 passed, though it noted thin front brake pads and a defective offside windscreen wiper.
The Toyota Corolla shows a high level of reliability within the aggregate data, with a 91.1% average MOT pass rate across nearly 19,000 analysed vehicles.
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