2015 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · NG65 HFS

A consistent record of test passes with zero recorded defects across the majority of its MOT history defines this Toyota Yaris's roadworthiness profile. From the 2018 test through to the most recent pass on 2025-10-10, the vehicle has cleared every annual examination without a single advisory, failure, or component-level flag from the DVSA tester. The only blemish anywhere in the record is a pair of advisories raised on 2019-10-09 for both front tyres being worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, which is a routine consumable observation rather than a structural or mechanical defect. With no advisories recorded in any of the subsequent six tests, the trend across the seven-year testing window is one of stable, unremarkable compliance. Against an age of approximately eleven years, the recorded 37,125 miles equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 3,375 miles, which is well below the typical mileage for a vehicle of this vintage and substantially lower than what is commonly seen on a supermini used as a daily driver. There are no gaps in the annual testing sequence, so there is no evidence of a long period off the road that would raise concerns about seized brakes, deteriorated rubber seals, or stale fluids. Mechanically, a usage pattern of this nature means that wear items such as brake pads, discs, clutch friction material, and suspension components have accumulated relatively low mileage stress, although it also means that certain components susceptible to age-related degradation rather than distance-related wear, including coolant hoses, drive belts, and the exhaust system, should still be physically inspected as a matter of course on a vehicle of this age. With the only recorded advisories relating to front tyre wear and edge wear specifically, the test-drive assessment should place particular emphasis on steering feel and front-end geometry. Listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn top mounts, drop links, or anti-roll bar bushes that have not yet reached the threshold for an MOT advisory. Pay attention to any pulling to one side under braking or steady cruising, which could suggest uneven tyre wear caused by misalignment of the front wheels, a symptom consistent with the edge wear noted in 2019. Check that the steering returns smoothly to centre without excess free play around the straight-ahead position, and inspect the inner and outer edges of both front tyres for any uneven feathering or shoulder wear that may have developed since the original advisory was raised. Beyond the specific items linked to the recorded history, a thorough physical inspection is advisable given the vehicle's age. Examine the underside, including the subframe, suspension arms, and brake pipes, for any surface corrosion, paying particular attention to the rear axle beam and mounting points which are known corrosion-prone areas on Yaris models of this generation. With only 37,125 miles on the odometer, the brake discs are likely original fitment and should be checked for lipping, corrosion pitting on the friction surface, and smooth operation of the calipers, as low-mileage vehicles that see primarily light urban use can suffer from binding calipers due to infrequent full-pressure application. Finally, inspect the exhaust system for any blowing joints or corrosion around the mounting rubbers, and verify that the cooling system, including the radiator, thermostat housing, and water pump, shows no signs of weeping, as these age-related components are not flagged in the MOT record but are relevant to a vehicle of this standing.