2012 Chrysler Ypsilon 0.9L Petrol · GV12 HSL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a PASS on 2025-12-29 at 93,565 miles, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning pattern of recurring and worsening issues. The most recent test confirms that the nearside and offside front inner tyres remain worn close to the legal limit with edge wear, indicating persistent neglect in tyre rotation or alignment checks. Additionally, an oil leak and minor exhaust gas leakage persist, suggesting ongoing fluid and emission system degradation. While these were not deemed critical in the latest assessment, their recurrence across multiple tests points to deferred maintenance rather than resolved problems. The mileage progression reveals a steady increase of approximately 8,000 miles between the 2024-03-04 test (83,800 miles) and the 2025-12-29 test (93,565 miles), averaging just under 7,000 miles per year—within the expected range for a 14-year-old vehicle. However, the high frequency of MOT failures within a single calendar year (two passes and two fails in early 2025) raises questions about consistent upkeep. The fact that the same tyre wear and suspension faults reappeared in consecutive tests, despite being addressed once, suggests either inadequate repairs or underlying mechanical issues not fully corrected. A buyer should conduct a thorough in-person inspection of the front suspension system, particularly the ball joints and associated bushes, as both were flagged for excessive wear and compromised dust covers in the 2025-12-20 failure. The continued presence of nearside and offside front inner tyre wear indicates potential misalignment or suspension geometry issues that may have contributed to uneven tread loss. The persistent oil leak and exhaust leak require visual verification of the engine bay and exhaust manifold for signs of corrosion, seepage, or loose connections. Given the age and mileage, checking for structural rust, especially around wheel arches and floor pans, is also advisable, though no such defects were recorded in the MOT history.