2012 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · FP62 YRU

The most recent MOT, conducted on 16 December 2025 at 99,520 miles, passed with zero defects, indicating the vehicle is currently in a clean, roadworthy state. However, the maintenance trend is not straightforwardly stable. The day prior, on 15 December 2025 at 99,515 miles, the car failed with a fractured Nearside Front coil spring. This was rectified within 24 hours, suggesting a reactive repair rather than evidence of a long-term neglect. The overall picture is one of a vehicle that has had minor issues addressed, but the sudden failure of a critical suspension component at such low mileage accumulation between tests warrants attention. The mileage pattern is broadly consistent with light, typical use for a 2012 vehicle. Between the January 2025 test at 91,755 miles and the December 2025 tests at 99,515 to 99,520 miles, approximately 7,765 miles were covered in 11 months, aligning with the annual average of around 7,109 miles. Earlier records show steady accumulation from 76,591 miles in January 2023 to 84,698 miles in January 2024, and then to 91,755 miles in January 2025. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded data, though the sparse history between 2012 and 2023 means long-term care cannot be fully verified. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and related components. The fractured coil spring in December 2025, while repaired, raises questions about the condition of the Offside Front coil spring and the front dampers, which should be checked for leaks, uneven bounce, and corrosion. Given the age of the vehicle, subframe and suspension mounting points should be examined for rust or cracking. The recurring advisories on tyre wear, particularly the Nearside Front and Rear tyres flagged in January 2024 with tread close to the legal limit, suggest possible alignment issues or worn suspension bushes causing uneven wear. The front wheel alignment and tracking should be verified, and the tyres inspected for inner edge wear. The slightly loose Nearside Front obligatory mirror noted in 2024 was likely a simple fix, but the mirror mount should still be checked for security.