2013 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · GL62 GFZ

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend regarding consumable components, despite passing its most recent test on 26 January 2026 at 43,342 miles. The January 2026 test required a failure to rectify a non-functional nearside side repeater and several tyre defects before a pass was granted. This follows a pattern of increasing advisories, specifically concerning tyre tread and edge wear, which were also noted during the January 2025 test at 41,356 miles. The mileage profile indicates very low usage for a 2013 vehicle, averaging approximately 3,334 miles per year. The record shows consistent, incremental growth from 13,242 miles in 2016 to the current 43,342 miles. While low mileage often suggests less mechanical wear, the frequency of tyre and brake advisories suggests the vehicle may spend long periods stationary or is driven on short, infrequent trips that do not adequately scrub the components or allow for optimal maintenance scheduling. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the braking system and tyres. The tester flagged front brake pads as wearing thin in January 2026, and the 2023 test at 34,166 miles previously noted worn front brake discs. The recurring issues with tyres being worn close to the legal limit or on the edges across multiple years suggest a potential lack of attention to basic upkeep. Beyond consumables, the absence of structural or suspension defects throughout the history is a positive indicator. However, the recent trend of multiple tyre and brake advisories implies that the next service should include a thorough check of the suspension bushes and any potential alignment issues that could be causing the uneven tyre wear.