2015 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · WJ15 AAK

The vehicle maintains a current roadworthiness status, but the mechanical record shows a worsening trend regarding the braking system and suspension components. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 92,322 miles passed, it flagged minor corrosion across all four brake hose ferrulees. This represents a progression from the March 2025 advisory where only the rear hoses were noted. Additionally, the offside front shock absorber has remained as a persistent advisory for three consecutive years since 2024, indicating ongoing casing damage and corrosion that has not been addressed. At 11 years old, the recorded 92,322 miles represent an average of approximately 8,393 miles per year. This usage is consistent with typical expectations for a city car of this age. The history shows a significant event in February 2023 when the vehicle failed the test due to a fractured nearside front coil spring. Although this specific fault was rectified to allow a pass, the subsequent 2024 advisory noted uneven wear on the inner shoulders of both front tyres, which suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension geometry components from that period. A physical inspection should focus on the state of the brake lines and the offside front shock absorber. The tester has identified corrosion on multiple hose ferrulees, which requires monitoring for degradation that could eventually lead to leaks or failure. The offside front brake disc, noted as pitted and scored in 2025, should be checked for minimum thickness and surface integrity. Given the recurring advisories for the shock absorber and the previous coil spring failure, the front suspension assembly warrants a thorough check to ensure no further structural fatigue or excessive play is present.