2012 Toyota Yaris 1.4L Diesel · FX62 XGD

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deteriorating suspension and chassis components. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 126,124 miles was a pass, it noted worn rear axle bushes and front suspension arm pins. This represents a continuation of mechanical wear issues identified in the previous three years, suggesting that the owner is addressing only the minimum requirements to pass the test rather than performing comprehensive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical used car profile of this age, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap of over 16,000 miles between December 2022 and December 2023, during which the vehicle suffered a major failure. Since that failure, the car has covered roughly 12,000 miles, indicating a steady rate of use that has accelerated the gradual degradation of the rubber bushes and metal components across the suspension assembly. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the underbody for structural integrity, as the record has repeatedly flagged corrosion on the MacPherson struts and underbody, with the nearside front strut being described as seriously weakened in late 2023. The recurring reports of perished bushes, worn axle swivel pins, and worn shock absorbers indicate that the suspension geometry is nearing the end of its functional life. Specific attention should be paid to the steering rack inner joints and wheel bearings, as these were flagged as faults in previous tests and have not been confirmed as rectified in the subsequent advisories.