2009 Toyota IQ 1.0L Petrol · DU09 GCX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in March 2026 at 154,967 miles passed only after addressing a failure just two days prior. This failure revealed multiple mechanical issues, including a worn front brake disc, binding nearside rear brakes, thin inner pads, and a legally worn rear tyre. These defects suggest that the owner is only addressing faults when necessitated by the MOT tester rather than performing routine inspections between intervals. At 17 years old, the recorded 154,967 miles represent an average of approximately 9,100 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK road use patterns. However, there is a significant surge in usage between April 2025 and March 2026, where the vehicle covered over 26,000 miles in a single year. This rapid accumulation of mileage correlates with the increased wear seen on consumables, specifically evidenced by the degradation of the braking components and tyres noted in the latest test entries. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the record indicates recurring issues with binding rear calipers and thinning pads. The tester also flagged the nearside rear tyre as worn on the edge, which often indicates an alignment issue or suspension-related wear. Furthermore, the history shows corroded rear bumper mountings as of 2024; while not noted as an immediate risk, the vehicle should be checked for advancing structural corrosion elsewhere to ensure the chassis has not been compromised by age and high mileage.