2012 Perodua Myvi 1.3L Petrol · EU61 AFK

A persistent and unresolved engine management issue dominates the mechanical record of this 2012 Perodua Myvi, with the Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) being flagged as inoperative or indicating a fault at every single MOT test from 2021 through 2024. On three of those occasions, the illuminated MIL caused an outright failure, including on the most recent attempt dated 30 January 2024, which recorded a pass only after repairs were evidently made on the same day, as the test log shows both a failure and a pass with identical date stamps. While the advisory items are relatively limited, the recurrence of the MIL defect across four consecutive years strongly suggests a chronic fault, whether relating to the lambda sensor, catalytic converter efficiency, ignition system, evaporative emissions, or an underlying wiring or ECU issue, rather than a series of one-off occurrences. Beyond the MIL, supplementary lighting has also been a recurring weak point, with the offside front position lamp failing in 2021 and again in 2022, and the wiper system failing to clear the screen effectively in 2024. The only recorded advisory, front brake disc wear on the 2021 test, did not reappear in subsequent records, suggesting it may have been addressed. At roughly 95,894 miles over 14 years, this Myvi has covered an average of around 6,800 miles per year, which sits comfortably within normal parameters for a vehicle of its age and class. The testing record is consistent year on year from 2021 to 2024 with no significant gaps in MOT history, indicating the car has remained in regular use throughout, with no evidence of prolonged off-road storage that might otherwise mask component deterioration. The mileage progression between tests appears steady, reflecting typical commuter or family usage rather than excessive motorway accumulation or extended idle periods. This regular use profile means mechanical components such as suspension bushes, brake friction materials, and drivetrain mounts have likely seen consistent wear rather than suffering the seizing and drying-out issues that can afflict long-stored vehicles. Given the chronic MIL history, any prospective buyer should make checking the engine management system a top priority. On a test drive, pay close attention to the illumination of the MIL at ignition, ensuring it extinguishes shortly after the engine fires; a lamp that stays lit, illuminates under acceleration, or flickers at idle points to an unresolved emissions or sensor fault. Listen for any rough idle, hesitation, or flat spots under throttle that may indicate misfires or air-fuel ratio issues, and be aware that the underlying cause could range from a relatively inexpensive oxygen sensor replacement through to a more costly catalytic converter or ECU fault. It is also advisable to plug in an OBD-II diagnostic reader before purchase to read any stored fault codes, as the vehicle may currently have the MIL suppressed but with active codes still present. The repeated position lamp failures warrant a physical inspection of the nearside front bulb holder, connector, and wiring for corrosion or heat damage, particularly given the tropical-origin specification of some Perodua electrical components. The 2024 wiper failure should prompt a check of both wiper blade condition, the wiper motor linkage for any slack or knocking, and the windscreen for any distortion in the wiper sweep arc. Finally, although the 2021 front brake disc advisory did not reappear, request evidence of recent disc work or measure remaining disc thickness directly, as scored or pitted discs on a 95,000-mile car may now be approaching a second replacement cycle and could produce pedal vibration under heavy braking.