2010 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · FE60 KFU

Repeated tyre degradation advisories across multiple consecutive years form the defining mechanical trend for this 2010 Toyota Yaris, alongside a minor failure history limited to ineffective wiper blades in August 2021. The vehicle most recently passed its MOT test on August 28, 2025, at 35,576 miles, securing a clean pass on the fundamental structure and emissions while drawing cautions regarding perishing on both rear tyres and surface corrosion on the front brake discs. This record reflects a generally stable inspection history, though the recurring tyre sidewall cracking demands ongoing scrutiny of rubber components that age faster from ultraviolet exposure and low usage than from actual wear on the road. Accumulating just 35,576 miles over its sixteen-year lifespan yields an average of roughly 2,224 miles per year, placing this Yaris firmly in a low-mileage usage category. The testing cadence remains consistent year-on-year with no multi-year gaps or suspicious mileage leaps recorded in the official DVSA data. Mechanically, this low annual mileage means the drivetrain and core engine components have experienced very little cumulative stress, but it also increases the likelihood that auxiliary rubber items, suspension bushes, and braking hardware may have suffered from localized surface degradation due to extended periods of stationary storage between short local trips. Prospective buyers conducting a physical inspection and test drive should pay close attention to the components flagged in the recent MOT history. Check the front brake discs closely for deep pitting or scoring where the noted corrosion has taken hold, and listen carefully during the test drive for any grinding noises or uneven braking performance that would indicate binding calipers or compromised friction surfaces. Inspect the rear tyres thoroughly along the sidewalls for the cracking and perishing noted in the 2022, 2023, and 2025 tests, verifying the manufacture date codes to determine if immediate replacement is necessary regardless of remaining tread depth. Beyond the specific MOT advisories, evaluate the general road manners of the Yaris by navigating over rough road surfaces to listen for knocks or rattles from the suspension linkages, steering rack, and anti-roll bar drops, which can degrade on older vehicles regardless of mileage. Ensure the steering tracks straight under braking and acceleration, and verify that all electrical features, including the windscreen wipers that previously caused a test failure, operate smoothly across all settings. A pre-purchase inspection on a vehicle ramp will allow a clearer assessment of the underside to confirm that the front brake disc corrosion has not spread to structural brake lines or suspension subframe mountings.