2014 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric · PJ14 TVC

The 2014 Toyota Yaris presents a stable and currently sound mechanical position following a clean pass on 21 April 2026 at 44,320 miles with zero defects recorded. This outcome is particularly reassuring given the preceding failure just one day earlier on 20 April 2026 at 44,319 miles, where both the nearside rear and offside front brake discs were flagged as significantly and obviously worn. The rapid rectification and subsequent clean pass suggest the braking components have been freshly replaced, which is a positive indicator of attentive maintenance at this stage. The overall trend across the record shows a vehicle that has moved from minor advisories toward a fully resolved status, with no outstanding structural or mechanical concerns at the most recent test. The mileage profile tells a consistent story of genuinely light use. At roughly 3,693 miles per year over twelve years, this Yaris falls well below the UK average. The progression from 30,235 miles in May 2023 to 34,768 miles in May 2024, then to 38,230 miles in April 2025, and finally to 44,320 miles by April 2026 shows a gradual acceleration in annual usage, with the most recent year accounting for approximately 6,090 miles. There are no alarming gaps in the record that would suggest the vehicle sat unused for extended periods, and the MOT history is regular and continuous from 2023 onward. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should focus on the front and rear braking system given the very recent disc replacement. Confirming the quality of the parts fitted and checking for even pad wear across all calipers would be prudent, as would inspecting the condition of the brake lines and fluid for any signs of age-related deterioration. The 2024 advisory regarding cracking and perishing on both rear tyres has not reappeared in subsequent tests, indicating replacement, but a close visual check of all four tyres including sidewalls remains worthwhile. The 2023 advisory concerning slight external corrosion on the nearside front shock absorber casing also warrants under-bonnet inspection, as corrosion on damper bodies can progress quietly on low-mileage vehicles that spend time stationary. Beneath the car, a thorough check of the exhaust system, subframe mounting points, and suspension bushes for perishing or corrosion is advisable, since low annual mileage does not exempt rubber and steel components from age-related degradation.