2011 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · AV61 GFZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in October 2025 at 67,026 miles passed with only a minor cosmetic advisory regarding a mirror. This followed a clean pass in October 2024, despite a failure just five days prior due to a steering linkage ball joint failure and insufficient washer fluid. While the immediate faults have been addressed, the history of steering component wear suggests components reaching the end of their service life. The mileage profile is notably low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2025, the car covered 11,230 miles, indicating very infrequent long-distance use. This low mileage often preserves the engine and drivetrain components, but it can lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts and brake components. The consistent annual testing intervals suggest the vehicle has remained in regular use, though the low accumulation implies it likely spent long periods sitting stationary. A buyer should specifically inspect the steering and suspension assembly, as the record flags recurring issues with the nearside steering rack inner joints and ball joints across 2023 and 2024. The deteriorated drive shaft boot noted in 2023 requires a physical check for cracking or tearing to prevent imminent joint failure. Additionally, the surface corrosion on the brake discs mentioned in 2023 is typical for low-mileage cars, but the buyer should ensure calipers are not seized. The continued absence of centre and rear seat belts mentioned in multiple tests is a persistent safety omission that must be rectified if the vehicle is intended to carry more than two occupants.