2013 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · FP13 AAE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance record shows a worsening trend regarding component wear in the suspension and braking systems. The most recent test in June 2026 at 83,243 miles flagged fluctuating rear service brakes and worn front suspension arm bushes on both sides. These issues follow similar advisories from 2025, where pitted front brake discs and tyres were noted, indicating that the front-end assembly is now reaching the end of its service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per year. There is a notable period of low usage between 2016 and 2019, where the car covered only 21,893 miles in three years. However, usage increased significantly after 2021, with the vehicle covering nearly 28,000 miles in the last five years. This uptick in annual mileage correlates with the increasing frequency of mechanical fatigue and degradation of rubber components and metal components seen in the more recent MOT entries. A buyer should personally inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the worn arm bushes have been flagged in both the 2025 and 2026 tests without replacement. This suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to mechanical de-greasing. The fluctuating rear brakes noted in the latest test require a professional check for seized caliper pistons or heavily corroded rotors to ensure consistent stopping performance. Given the history of pitted front discs and worn tyres, the entire braking system and tyre set should be evaluated for thickness and surface condition before purchase.