2021 Toyota Yaris Design HEV CVT 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · YR71 WDM

A short and entirely clean MOT history defines this 2021 Toyota Yaris Hybrid. Only two tests have been recorded, both PASSES with no advisories, the most recent on 20 November 2025 and the previous one on 18 November 2024. With no defects, advisories, or failures on file across consecutive examinations, the documented roadworthiness trend is stable and unblemished to date. The absence of recorded corrosion, brake, suspension, or exhaust observations over two back-to-back tests means there is no historical component flagged for the buyer to prioritise. That said, the MOT record alone covers only two annual inspections and cannot establish the vehicle's mechanical condition between those dates; it simply confirms that nothing was identified as defective or on the threshold of failure at either test. The recorded mileage of 23,719 miles over roughly five years equates to an average accumulation of around 4,744 miles per year, which is on the lower side for a car of this age. Such modest annual usage typically means less wear on friction items such as brake pads and discs, clutches, tyres, and general drivetrain components. However, lower mileage can also indicate periods of standing, particularly relevant for a hybrid powertrain where the 12V auxiliary battery, conventional brake system, tyres, and underbody components can deteriorate from disuse as much as from use. The mileage progression between the two recorded MOT tests is not detailed here, but the modest overall figure warrants normal scrutiny of age-related items such as tyre condition, brake disc surface corrosion, and the condition of the hybrid system's auxiliary battery. Given the limited defect history, a prospective buyer should focus the inspection on areas not specifically captured in the MOT record but relevant to a low-mileage hybrid of this age. On a test drive, listen for any abnormal noises from the suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly clonks or creaks from the front suspension arms and anti-roll bar bushes, which can deteriorate from age rather than mileage. Check for steering pull, vibration through the wheel, or uneven braking response, which could indicate binding calipers or warped brake discs from corrosion built up during periods of light use. Inspect the tyres for uneven wear, cracking of the sidewalls, or age-hardening, and confirm they are of matching specification, as older tyres on a low-mileage car may still be the original factory fitment. Additional checks specific to a Yaris Hybrid include confirming smooth transitions between the petrol engine and the electric motor, listening for any unusual whining or knocking from the transmission area, and verifying that the hybrid system warning light cycles off correctly during start-up. Examine the underbody and wheel arches for any surface corrosion, paying particular attention to suspension subframes and brake pipe runs, as even a clean MOT record cannot rule out developing rust between annual tests. Test all electronic systems, including infotainment, climate control, parking sensors, and reversing camera if fitted, as electrical gremlins are not covered by MOT inspection. Finally, confirm that all documented keys, service books, and hybrid system documentation are present, as these support the continuity of the vehicle's history beyond the two MOT entries recorded.