2013 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · J7 NJK

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 18 December 2025 at 76,655 miles, with two advisories: the offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and edge wear, and damage to the rear bumper. These issues are not failures but indicate ongoing wear and minor body damage that have persisted since at least the previous test in December 2024, suggesting a stable but neglected maintenance trend rather than an improving one. The recorded mileage of 76,655 over 13 years equates to an average of 5,897 miles annually, which is low for its age and consistent across the entire MOT history. There are no gaps or sudden spikes in mileage between tests, with each annual test occurring within a 10- to 14-day window of the anniversary date, indicating regular compliance. The absence of any defects between 2021 and 2023 confirms a period of quiet, low-mileage use, likely with minimal stress on mechanical systems. A buyer must inspect the offside rear tyre closely for uneven wear, which may point to misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or a binding caliper. The repeated advisory on this single tyre across two consecutive tests suggests the issue has not been addressed, and replacement is imminent. The rear bumper damage, while not a failure, should be examined for underlying structural corrosion or compromised mounting points, especially given the car’s age. The upper stop lamp fault in 2024 was non-critical and unrelated to safety-critical systems, but its recurrence would warrant checking all bulb circuits. No other mechanical or structural defects have appeared in five years, meaning the engine, brakes, suspension, and exhaust remain in line with expectations for a lightly used vehicle.