2021 Toyota Yaris Design HEV CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric · MW71 SYP

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2021 Toyota Yaris Design Hybrid CVT was conducted on 19 December 2025, resulting in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. The prior test on 9 December 2024 also returned a clean pass with no advisories or failures noted, indicating a stable and well-maintained pattern across the two recorded examinations. With two consecutive clean passes and no advisory items highlighted by the tester, there is no recorded evidence of emerging wear, component deterioration, or compliance issues at the time of test. This represents a reassuring baseline, though it should be noted that absence of recorded advisories does not guarantee that all serviceable items are within their full operational life, particularly on a hybrid vehicle approaching five years of age. The recorded mileage of 33,528 miles against an age of approximately five years equates to an annual average of around 6,706 miles, which is broadly typical for a small hybrid hatchback of this type. There are no significant gaps or sudden jumps in the mileage progression visible within the MOT history provided, suggesting consistent if moderate usage rather than prolonged periods of standing or unusually high motorway accumulation. Lower annual mileage can reduce wear on high-mileage components such as brake discs and friction material, but it can simultaneously increase the likelihood of corrosion through standing, fluid degradation through calendar ageing, and 12 volt battery discharge through infrequent use. Conversely, hybrid systems tend to wear their friction braking surfaces lightly due to regenerative braking, which can result in brake disc corrosion and potential caliper binding if the vehicle is used predominantly for short urban cycles. Given the clean MOT record and moderate usage profile, a prospective buyer should nevertheless carry out a thorough physical inspection focused on age-related and standing-related deterioration rather than purely mileage-based wear. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing or cracking, which is a common issue on low-mileage vehicles where the rubber has aged without sufficient wear to expose fresh surface, and the production date code should be checked as a five year old set may still be original equipment. The 12 volt auxiliary battery, located in the engine bay or boot area on this generation of Yaris Hybrid, should be tested for state of health as low mileage combined with irregular use frequently leads to premature failure of the conventional battery, which can in turn trigger hybrid system warnings. Brake discs, particularly at the rear, may exhibit surface corrosion and the calipers may benefit from a manual examination to confirm the sliding mechanisms are free and not binding, given that regenerative braking will have minimised natural cleaning of the friction surfaces. Additional service items that should be verified include the engine oil and filter change history, coolant replacement, brake fluid renewal, and the condition of the hybrid transaxle fluid, all of which are governed by time as well as mileage. The hybrid system health should be confirmed by reviewing the energy monitor display for any abnormal state of charge fluctuation and by checking for any warning messages stored in the vehicle information system. A road test should be conducted paying particular attention to any unusual clunks from the suspension over speed humps, uneven tyre wear suggesting geometry misalignment, brake shudder or vibration under moderate pedal pressure, and any hesitation in the transition between electric and petrol propulsion. Finally, the vehicle history should be cross-referenced with documented servicing to ensure that manufacturer schedules have been adhered to, as a clean MOT record does not substitute for a fully stamped service book when assessing long-term reliability of this hybrid drivetrain.