2022 Toyota Yaris Design HEV CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric · S29 LAX

A clean, defect-free pass recorded on 23 June 2026 represents the strongest single data point in this Yaris's MOT history, and the broader two-test record is similarly sparse on negative findings. Across the two examinations available, the vehicle has not recorded a single advisory category on structural integrity, braking performance, suspension wear, corrosion, or exhaust emissions. The only defects ever logged are a pair of matching tyre advisories raised at the 14 June 2025 test, where both the nearside and offside front tyres were noted as worn close to the legal limit and worn on their edges. With the subsequent test showing no advisories at all, it can be cautiously interpreted that the front tyres were replaced in the intervening twelve months, though the MOT record itself cannot confirm this. No further mechanical risk pattern is identifiable from the available data, but the limited history means only a narrow window of behaviour has actually been observed by DVSA examiners. With an odometer reading of 21,127 miles against an age of roughly four years, annual accumulation sits at approximately 5,282 miles per year, which is well below the typical mileage for a modern hybrid hatchback of this age and significantly under the UK average. This low rate suggests either predominantly short urban running, a vehicle used as a secondary car, or extended periods of standing between uses. From a mechanical standpoint, this profile is generally favourable for major drivetrain components such as the hybrid powertrain, CVT transmission, and internal combustion engine, which will have accumulated relatively few thermal and load cycles. However, low annual mileage combined with the kind of short-trip usage typical of hybrid Yaris owners can produce its own issues, including prolonged underuse of the conventional 12V auxiliary battery and infrequent full hybrid system warm-up cycles, both of which can lead to reduced service life if the vehicle is not periodically exercised on longer runs. For a prospective buyer, the immediate physical check should focus on the front tyres and the steering geometry that produced the edge-wear pattern flagged in 2025. On inspection, examine the current front tyres closely for uneven shoulder wear or feathering on the inner or outer edges, as symmetrical edge wear on both sides is more typically associated with incorrect tracking or camber rather than simple ageing of the rubber. During a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over bumps, particularly from the wishbones, anti-roll bar bushes, and top mounts, as low-mileage vehicles that have spent time on poor urban roads can still develop premature bush deterioration. The steering should feel tight and centred through corners with no pulling to either side, and any wander or vibration at speed could indicate that the geometry was not properly reset after the tyre replacement. The braking system has not been flagged at either test, but a physical inspection should still confirm that the calipers are not binding and that the discs show an even, unlipped surface. Hybrid-specific checks worth performing include confirming that the vehicle starts cleanly on its 12V battery without needing a jump, that the instrument cluster illuminates fully without warning lamps, and that the transition between electric and petrol propulsion occurs smoothly under gentle acceleration. Listen on a test drive for any whining or bearing-type noises from the transmission tunnel, particularly at low speed, as CVT units in low-mileage cars that have been driven predominantly in town can sometimes exhibit early fluid degradation symptoms. Finally, because the MOT history is limited to only two tests, it would be prudent to verify the vehicle's service documentation independently, as the thin DVSA record alone offers limited insight into ongoing maintenance of the hybrid system, coolant, brake fluid, and spark plugs, none of which form part of the MOT inspection itself.