2019 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Petrol · AF68 YOH

A rear‑wheel bearing defect has now entered the record, joining a series of tyre‑condition advisories that have persisted across several years. The 11 February 2026 MOT flagged a rough‑when‑rotated nearside rear bearing as a failure, while the same test reiterated the nearside rear tyre’s edge‑wear and cracking concerns. Earlier tests have repeatedly highlighted tyre damage on both rear wheels and a front‑shock oil mist, indicating that the vehicle’s wear points have not been fully resolved. At 44,333 mi after seven years the average annual mileage sits around 6,300 mi, which is typical for a privately used car and suggests no periods of extreme use or prolonged storage. The MOT history shows a roughly yearly testing cadence with no significant gaps, meaning the recorded mileage aligns with the inspection intervals and there are no hidden high‑mileage spikes that would accelerate component wear beyond what the mileage alone implies. For a prospective buyer the priority should be the rear hub assembly: listen for grinding or humming from the nearside rear wheel at speed, feel for any wobble when the vehicle is lifted, and check for excessive play in the bearing caps. The nearside rear tyre’s sidewall cracking and edge wear demand a close visual inspection and a tread depth check; replacement is likely required, and the off‑side rear tyre, which showed similar damage a year earlier, should be examined for emerging faults. Front‑shock oil mist can manifest as damp spots on the shock body or a loss of firmness; a bounce test should reveal any reduced damping or uneven rebound, and any fluid on the suspension should be traced for possible seal failure. A sensible next step is a comprehensive pre‑purchase inspection that confirms the condition of the rear bearing housing, replaces the compromised rear tyres, and assesses the front shock absorbers for oil leakage or loss of performance. Budget for a bearing replacement and a full tyre set, and verify that the steering remains centred and the vehicle tracks straight to rule out alignment issues that may have contributed to the tyre edge‑wear. Addressing these specific points will bring the car back within a safe road‑worthiness envelope.