2013 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · FV63 OBA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 98,428 miles, this followed a failure just one week prior. The tester flagged fractured front coil springs and corroded rear springs, which were replaced or repaired to achieve the subsequent pass. This suggests that suspension components are only addressed once they reach a point of legal or safety failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a thirteen-year-old Yaris, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. The record shows steady usage with a jump from 66,563 miles to 88,956 miles between November 2022 and November 2024, and another nearly 10,000 miles between late 2024 and late 2025. This regular accumulation of miles suggests the car has been driven consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for the preservation of seals and brake components. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension assembly, as the simultaneous failure of both front coil springs in November 2025 indicates significant age-related corrosion or metal fatigue. The front brake system also requires attention; the November 2025 failure noted pitted and scored discs along with thin nearside pads. You should verify if these components were replaced during the repairs or if the worn parts remain. Additionally, the 2024 advisory regarding a worn nearside rear tyre suggests a need to check for alignment issues that may be causing uneven tyre wear.