2015 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · YS64 KFF

A pattern of recurring front-end wear emerges from the DVSA record, with brake discs on both axles, front brake pads, and front tyres appearing as advisories across multiple consecutive tests from 2021 through 2024, suggesting consistent component demand at the front axle. The most recent MOT on 26 March 2026 produced a pass with no advisories, but the same date also records a failure with a major defect for both front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers failing to prevent ingress of dirt, alongside a registration plate lamp defect. A previous dangerous failure on 6 March 2023, where parking brake efficiency fell below 50 percent of the required value, sits within the record and is notable given the seriousness of that category. Taken together, the history shows two recorded failures (one dangerous, one major) and a cluster of brake and tyre advisories that have now cleared at the latest test, though the underlying wear pattern on the front axle has been documented repeatedly over the past five years. Annual mileage of approximately 6,442 miles over an 11-year span is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age, indicating ordinary commuter or mixed-use driving rather than extended periods off the road. The gaps between tests are standard annual intervals, with no multi-year absence from testing that would suggest long-term storage. Testing began in 2021 and has continued yearly without interruption, providing a relatively continuous record. The mileage accumulation therefore represents steady, moderate use which would generally be expected to produce gradual wear on consumables such as brake components and tyres, consistent with the advisory pattern observed. For a prospective buyer, the front axle components warrant specific attention given their repeated appearance in the record. On a test drive, listen for knocks or clonks from the front suspension when traversing speed humps or uneven surfaces, as this may indicate wear in the anti-roll bar linkage that was flagged for dust cover failure in March 2026. Feel for any pulling to one side under braking, pedal judder, or an excessively long brake pedal travel, as the brake disc and pad advisories across 2023 and 2024 suggest the discs have been scored and lipped repeatedly. Inspect the front tyres closely for uneven shoulder wear, particularly on the nearside, and check the rear offside tyre for cracking in the rubber compound given the 2024 advisory. The 2023 dangerous failure for parking brake efficiency is a serious item; on inspection, apply the handbrake firmly on a slope to confirm it holds the vehicle without excessive travel, and listen for any binding or dragging from the rear calipers which could contribute to reduced efficiency. Additionally, the 2021 advisory for deteriorated suspension arm pins or bushes at both front and rear should not be overlooked. With three years of additional mileage since that observation, any resulting play is likely to have progressed, so push and rock each front wheel by hand to detect looseness, and listen for rattling over rough roads. The tyre pressure monitoring system flagged as inoperative in the 2023 failure may also warrant verification, as the fault could have been rectified or could persist as a latent issue. Finally, confirm that the registration plate lamp illuminates correctly with the sidelights, as the same dual-entry pass and fail on 26 March 2026 suggests a retest was carried out shortly after the initial failure.