2022 Toyota Yaris Design HEV CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · WM71 KCN

The vehicle passed its most recent DVSA MOT test on 9 October 2025 with two advisories recorded against the nearside front tyre, one noting that it was worn close to the legal limit and on its edge, and the other identifying a surface abrasion not deep enough to reach the ply or cords. While a pass with advisories is not a failure, these notes collectively suggest the nearside front tyre was approaching the end of its usable life at the time of test and may well have required replacement shortly afterwards. With only one prior test on record from October 2024 which returned a clean pass with no advisories or defects, the maintenance trend appears broadly stable rather than worsening, though the appearance of tyre-related advisories in the most recent test does indicate that consumable wear items on the front axle should now be the focus of attention rather than the rest of the vehicle. Recorded mileage stands at 36,291 miles over approximately four years, giving an annual average of around 9,000 miles, which is broadly typical for a car of this age and segment. This rate suggests regular if not exhaustive use, meaning the hybrid powertrain, brake system, and suspension components will have been exercised consistently rather than left standing for extended periods. There are no apparent gaps in mileage progression between the two recorded tests, which is reassuring as it implies the vehicle has been in continuous service rather than stored, reducing the likelihood of seized components, flat-spotted tyres, or degraded fluids from disuse. The mileage is high enough that standard service items such as brake fluid, coolant, and the 12V auxiliary battery will have aged through normal use cycles rather than calendar degradation alone, but it is not so high as to raise immediate concerns regarding the hybrid system or transmission longevity. Given the advisory on nearside front tyre wear on the edge, a prospective buyer should physically inspect all four tyres for remaining tread depth, paying particular attention to whether the wear pattern is even across the axle or concentrated on the inner or outer shoulder. Edge wear, as recorded here, is frequently indicative of suspension geometry issues such as worn wishbone bushes, top mount deterioration, or tracking misalignment, so it would be prudent to inspect the front suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and coil springs for any perishing, cracking, or sagging. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front end over speed bumps or uneven surfaces, and feel for any pulling to one side under braking or steady-state cruising, which could indicate alignment concerns stemming from the worn tyre. Beyond the recorded advisories, several age-appropriate checks remain worthwhile for a 2022 hybrid vehicle approaching four years of service. The 12V auxiliary battery, which is critical for the hybrid system boot-up sequence, can degrade significantly from this age onwards even on relatively low-mileage vehicles, so verifying its date code and state of health is sensible. Brake discs on a hybrid are particularly susceptible to corrosion from infrequent use of the friction braking system, as the regenerative function handles most deceleration, so a buyer should check for any roughness or juddering under light pedal pressure and inspect the discs visually for lipping or surface rust. Tyre sidewalls should also be examined for perishing or cracking from age, as rubber compounds deteriorate through calendar ageing regardless of tread depth. Finally, confirming a full main dealer or specialist service history with evidence of hybrid system checks, inverter coolant renewal, and brake fluid changes will provide confidence that the vehicle has been maintained in line with manufacturer recommendations, and a pre-purchase inspection by a hybrid-aware technician is highly advisable.