TOYOTA YARIS2015 · 1.3L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in September 2025 at 99,377 miles. This represents an improving trend in maintenance standards after a period of significant neglect observed in 2024. While the 2024 test failed due to multiple safety defects including bald tyres and suspension wear, the most recent record shows no recorded defects, indicating that the previous owner finally addressed the critical mechanical and electrical issues that had compromised the car. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. The data shows steady usage between 78,994 miles in September 2022 and 99,377 miles in September 2025. This interval of roughly 20,000 miles over three years suggests regular road use rather than long periods of standing. However, the accumulation of miles at this age has likely contributed to the gradual degradation of rubber-based components and metal surfaces noted in the inspection history. A physical inspection must focus on the front suspension assembly, as corrosion on the Macpherson struts and lower control arms has appeared in every test since 2022. Although these were previously noted as not seriously weakened, the recurring nature of surface rust suggests an environment that could eventually compromise structural integrity. The buyer should also inspect the rear shock absorbers for further oil leakage, as light misting was flagged in both 2023 and 2024 without clear evidence of recent replacement. The TPMS warning light was a persistent fault from 2022 through 2024 and should be verified to ensure the sensor was actually repaired rather than ignored. Given the previous failure for insufficient tread depth on both front tyres, the age and condition of the current tyres should be checked to ensure they are not aged budget replacements. While the current MOT is clean, the history reveals a vehicle that was prone to reactive maintenance rather than proactive care.