2012 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · AF12 PTZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but shows a significant downward trend in mechanical condition and maintenance standards. While the car achieved clean records in 2023 and 2024, the most recent test in February 2026 at 175,251 miles revealed a high volume of defects across multiple systems. The transition from a clean pass to a list of numerous advisories and failures suggests that preventative maintenance has been neglected as the vehicle reached higher mileage thresholds. At 175,251 miles, this 14-year-old Yaris has covered an average of approximately 12,500 miles per year. The data shows a surge in usage between February 2025 and February 2026, where the car covered over 17,000 miles in just twelve months. This rapid accumulation of mileage places immense strain on wear-related components, which explains the sudden appearance of faults in the braking and suspension systems. The high mileage indicates the vehicle has been used heavily rather than sitting stationary for long periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking architecture. The February 2026 test flagged corroded front suspension arms, corroded shock absorbers, and corroded coil springs, which are indicative of structural degradation due to road salt exposure. The braking system requires particular attention given the pitted brake discs, fluctuating service brakes, damaged rear brake cables, and a parking brake that only just met the efficiency requirement. The missing brake pipe clips also indicate that the hydraulic lines are not properly secured, which could lead to premature wear or failure.