2012 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · GY12 ABU

The 2012 Toyota Yaris last underwent MOT testing on 24 October 2025 , just under nine months ago, at 62,013 miles . The vehicle passed without any defects recorded, though the 2024-10-23 test is anomalous—it shows both a pass and a fail at the same mileage (58,201), which suggests either an administrative error or a rare case of a retest after a minor oversight. The preceding 2023-10-21 pass at 53,392 miles was followed by a fail just three days earlier at 53,323 miles , indicating a potential tyre tread or exhaust emission issue that was swiftly rectified. Overall, the trend suggests stable roadworthiness with no recurring major faults, but the irregularities in 2024 warrant scrutiny of whether critical components were overlooked during servicing. The recorded mileage of 62,013 miles over 14 years equates to an average of 4,430 miles per year , which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2023 fail (53,323 miles) and the 2024 pass (58,201 miles) —a 4,878-mile increase in just over a year —implies either extended periods of inactivity or very light usage. The 2024-2025 period saw 3,812 miles accumulated in a year , suggesting the vehicle was driven sporadically rather than regularly. While low mileage generally indicates less wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain components, it also raises questions about corrosion risks from prolonged standing, particularly in wheel arches, underbody, and suspension mounts. Given the lack of recorded defects in recent tests, the most prudent areas for an in-person inspection would be wheel bearings, suspension alignment, and brake condition . The 2023 fail —though not detailed—hints at either tyre tread depth or exhaust emissions , so verifying current tread depth (minimum 1.6mm) and checking for exhaust leaks or catalytic converter efficiency is essential. The 2024 retest anomaly suggests past oversight, so inspecting binding brake calipers, worn brake discs, or uneven tyre wear would confirm whether these were previously dismissed issues. Additionally, given the low mileage and potential long-term storage , assess underbody corrosion around the sills, subframe, and suspension components, as well as fluid levels (brake, power steering, coolant) to ensure they haven’t degraded from neglect.