2017 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · SW17 DZO

The 2017 Toyota Yaris presents a mixed maintenance picture, with the most recent MOT on 1 July 2025 passing at 38,352 miles after a failure just six days prior on 25 June 2025 at 38,350 miles. That rapid retest indicates the previous owner addressed the critical defects promptly, specifically the excessively worn and debonded front suspension arm bushes on both sides. The overall trend is one of active repair rather than neglect, though certain minor advisories persist across multiple tests, suggesting cosmetic and consumable upkeep has been inconsistent. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle. The car covered roughly 5,863 miles in the twelve months between the June 2024 test at 32,489 miles and the June 2025 test at 38,350 miles, which is higher than the long-term average of approximately 4,261 miles per year. This recent spike could indicate a change in ownership or usage pattern after a period of lighter use. The MOT record itself is consistent, with annual tests filed each summer, and no significant gaps in the documented history. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and wheel bearings during any pre-purchase inspection. The June 2025 failure for debonded rear bushes on both front suspension arms, combined with advisories dating back to 2023 and 2024 for perished and corroded suspension components, points to a system that has been under sustained stress. While the bushes were clearly replaced to pass the July 2025 test, the underlying corrosion noted on the arms themselves in 2024 may return, particularly if the car has been standing for extended periods. The braking system also warrants a thorough check. Front brake discs have appeared as worn, pitted, or scored in three consecutive tests from 2024 to 2025, and both front brake hoses showed slight corrosion to their ferrules in 2024. The offside rear service brake was flagged as binding in 2024, and multiple tyres have been repeatedly noted as perished, cracked, or damaged by nails. These are largely consumable items, but their frequency across the record suggests the car has not always been kept in peak condition between tests. A test drive should focus on brake feel, pulling, and any uneven wear patterns on the tyres.