2018 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Petrol · AE68 XBA

This 2018 Toyota Yaris presents a mostly clean MOT history with no outright failures recorded over the last five years. The most recent test in September 2025 resulted in a pass, though it highlighted cracking or perishing on the nearside front tyre. This mirrors an advisory from 2021 concerning perishing on both rear tyres. The recurring theme here is rubber degradation rather than mechanical wear. The mileage relative to age is notably low at roughly 5,783 miles per year. While this suggests lighter use, it often leads to components ageing faster than they wear out. Tyres perishing is a classic sign of a vehicle standing for long periods or not covering enough distance to generate heat and flex in the rubber. The mileage accumulation has slowed significantly since 2022, dropping to around 1,500 to 2,000 miles annually in recent years. The condition trend appears stable regarding major mechanical components, as no brake, suspension, or structural defects have been flagged. However, the risk pattern points towards age-related decay of rubber parts.