2013 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric · AY13 VLH

The vehicle holds a valid MOT certificate following a pass on 24 March 2026 at 90,798 miles, but the historical record reveals a reactive maintenance trend. On the same day as this recent pass, the vehicle failed its initial test due to a dangerous structural failure of the offside front tyre, which had a lump caused by tread separation, alongside a heavily worn nearside front tyre. This follows a failure in March 2025 for misaligned headlamps, and a pass in March 2024 with multiple advisories. Presenting the vehicle for testing with visible tyre damage and misaligned lights indicates that previous keepers addressed defects only when legally mandated by an MOT failure. With 90,798 miles recorded by March 2026, this thirteen-year-old vehicle averages roughly 7,000 miles per year. This represents typical, consistent road use for a hatchback of this class. The steady mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of neglectful storage, which often causes braking systems to seize. However, this regular road use has subjected the undercar components to predictable environmental wear. A physical inspection must prioritize the front suspension and the braking system. The March 2024 test highlighted corrosion on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. Because rust on chassis components is progressive, a technician must verify whether these arms have deteriorated further or been replaced. Additionally, both rear brake discs were flagged as worn, pitted, and scored in March 2024, with the advisory persisting into March 2025. Although these items did not appear on the March 2026 pass sheet, the buyer must inspect the rear discs and calipers to ensure they have been renewed and are not binding. Finally, check the front steering alignment, as the uneven tyre wear noted in 2026 points to tracking issues that will prematurely wear out any newly fitted tyres.