2012 Toyota IQ 1.0L Petrol · KN12 AAX

The vehicle shows a stable maintenance trend, though recent records indicate a shift from minor electrical and tyre issues toward mechanical wear. The most recent test on 5 February 2024 at 88,690 miles passed with advisories regarding thin rear inner brake pads and a severely deteriorated nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover. While the vehicle has maintained a consistent pass rate, the presence of these advisories suggests that consumable components are reaching the end of their service life. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,335 miles per year. The record shows steady progress from 40,391 miles in April 2015 to the current 88,690 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage, though a notable two-year gap exists between the February 2022 and October 2020 entries, which is actually a chronological reversal in the provided data; looking at the sequence, the vehicle has been used regularly without periods of long-term stagnation. A prospective buyer should focus on the braking system and front-end suspension. The MOT history shows recurring issues with brake pad thickness, specifically noted in March 2016 and again in February 2024. The recent advisory for thin rear inner pads suggests the braking system requires immediate attention. The deterioration of the anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover indicates that suspension components are beginning to fail, which could lead to more expensive steering or suspension assembly repairs if left unaddressed. Tyre maintenance appears to be a recurring weakness for previous owners. The vehicle failed in February 2023 due to a tyre being below the legal 1.6mm limit, and similar edge wear was flagged in March 2019 and March 2016. This pattern suggests a tendency to run consumables toward their legal limit rather than replacing them proactively. An in-person inspection should verify the current tread depth and condition of all four tyres, alongside a check for any signs of uneven wear that might indicate alignment issues.