2015 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · RF65 LPC

The 2015 Toyota Yaris presents a roadworthiness record characterised by an absence of any documented advisories, failures, or component defects across its recent testing history, with two PASS results in November 2025 and further passes recorded in late 2023 and late 2024. The repeated matching PASS and FAIL entries on 27 November 2025 almost certainly represent a same-day re-test scenario, where an initial failure was immediately followed by a pass once the issue was rectified at the test centre; without defects listed on the failure record, the precise cause cannot be determined from the DVSA data alone, but the subsequent pass confirms the vehicle left the test in a roadworthy condition. The earlier 28 November 2023 FAIL followed by a 29 November 2023 PASS follows the identical same-day retest convention, again with no defects recorded. While the clean advisory history is reassuring, the buyer should be mindful that two unrecorded retest failures occurred within the available data and that any underlying issue could resurface. With 95,184 miles accumulated over approximately 11 years, this Yaris has averaged around 8,650 miles annually, which sits squarely within the typical usage bracket for a vehicle of its age and class. There are no significant gaps in testing history or irregularities in recorded mileage that would suggest prolonged periods off the road or sudden spikes in usage. This consistent annual mileage implies regular but moderate use, which generally allows engines, transmissions, and suspension components to reach and maintain proper operating temperature while avoiding the excessive wear seen in high-mileage examples. Mechanically, a usage profile of this nature is favourable for the longevity of the timing chain, CV joints, and catalytic converter, all areas of which would suffer under either very low or excessively high annual mileages. Given that no specific components have been flagged in the advisory record, a prospective buyer should concentrate their pre-purchase inspection on the items most commonly affected on a Yaris of this age and mileage. Listen carefully for knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as worn anti-roll bar drop links and front strut top mounts are known wear items; visually inspect the underside for any signs of rust on the rear axle beam and subframe mounting points, both of which are notorious corrosion hotspots on this generation of Yaris. On the test drive, check for pulling under braking or a soft pedal, which could indicate worn front brake discs or a binding caliper, and feel for any vibration through the steering wheel at speed that might suggest a worn wheel bearing or unbalanced tyres. Also examine the exhaust for any blue smoke on start-up or under load, which would point to worn valve stem oil seals, a common issue on higher-mileage Toyota engines. Finally, verify the conditions surrounding the November 2025 and November 2023 retests by asking for any documentation or invoices relating to remedial work carried out at the test centre, as this will confirm what was attended to and whether any recurring pattern exists. Inspect the tyres for even tread wear across both axles, as uneven wear can reveal misalignment, suspension wear, or brake binding issues. Check all fluid levels and their condition, paying particular attention to the coolant for any signs of oil contamination which could indicate head gasket wear. With the clean MOT record, typical mileage profile, and Toyota's generally robust mechanical reputation, this Yaris represents a sound basis for purchase provided the physical inspection confirms the absence of the corrosion and suspension wear commonly encountered on examples of this age.