2013 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · AX13 GGZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend in reactive repair habits. While the most recent test on 21 July 2026 at 97,723 miles passed, it revealed multiple immediate consumable issues including a missing mirror cover and three tyres with perished or worn rubber. This follows a pattern of frequent failures between 2022 and 2024, suggesting the owner only addressed faults after failing an MOT test rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. There was a stable period between 2017 and 2020 where the car ran with no recorded defects. However, the usage has accelerated significantly since 2021, jumping from 67,802 miles to nearly 98,000 in just five years. This increase in annual mileage, combined with the age of the vehicle, correlates with the higher frequency of failures seen in rubber components and suspension parts. A buyer must focus inspection on the suspension and braking systems, as these areas show recurring issues. The tester flagged fractured front coil springs in June 2023 and damaged anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers in 2024. Furthermore, the front brake discs and pads have been noted as worn or thin in almost every test since 2017, indicating a history of neglecting these components until they reached a point of safety concern or MOT failure threshold. Physical attention should also be paid to the bodywork and exterior trim. The 2024 failure noted a damaged nearside rear body panel likely to cause injury. Given the recent report of perishing tyres and nails in the rubber, the current set should be thoroughly checked for sidewall damage and uneven wear. The recurring headlamp aim issues across two years also suggest that the mounting brackets may be loose or damaged, which requires verification in person.