2012 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · FW12 CZB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of neglecting basic consumables and lighting items. The most recent test in November 2025 at 60,360 miles passed after an initial failure for an inoperative nearside position lamp and registration plate lamp. This mirrors a similar failure in October 2024 at 53,429 miles where both front position lamps failed. While the car consistently passes after repairs, the recurring electrical failures suggest an owner who only addresses faults when prompted by the MOT tester. At 14 years old, the Toyota Yaris has a low-mileage profile, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between May 2019 and November 2021, during which the car covered only 619 miles over two years. This low-use pattern explains the recurring age-related issues noted in the history, such as cracking and perishing tyres flagged in 2016, 2021, and 2023. Vehicles that sits frequently suffer from rubber degradation regardless of low mileage. A buyer must inspect the underbody closely for corrosion, as the 2021 test at 36,256 miles identified general underbody rust and corrosion on the brake hose ferrule. The 2023 advisory regarding split tyre treads and inner edge wear on the front tyres indicates potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be verified. Given the historical oil leak noted in 2021, a thorough check of the engine seals is necessary to ensure the leak has not worsened during the recent periods of inactivity.