2015 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · KN64 BXR

The 2015 Toyota Yaris presents a stable and consistently clean roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 9 October 2025 at 59,887 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This outcome mirrors the pattern established across the previous four consecutive annual tests, all of which also passed without advisories or failures. The maintenance trend is firmly stable, indicating no emerging mechanical or structural deterioration over the monitored period. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of light, steady use. Between the October 2022 pass at 34,212 miles and the October 2025 pass at 59,887 miles, the car covered 25,675 miles across three years, averaging roughly 8,558 miles per year. That figure sits above the vehicle's lifetime average of approximately 5,444 miles per year, suggesting a recent increase in usage intensity after a period of notably low annual mileage. The single-day gap between the failed test on 11 October 2022 and the retest on 12 October 2022, both recorded at exactly 34,212 miles, indicates a same-day re-inspection with no defects found on either occasion, likely a procedural or administrative outcome rather than a genuine fault. Despite the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. The absence of flagged defects does not guarantee the absence of wear. At nearly 11 years old, suspension components such as bushes, drop links, and shock absorbers may have aged even with low mileage, particularly if the vehicle spent extended periods stationary. Tyre condition deserves close attention, as older tyres can develop sidewall cracking and reduced tread depth regardless of recorded mileage. Brake discs and pads should be measured for thickness and uneven wear, and the exhaust system inspected for corrosion, especially around joints and mounting points. A test drive over varied road surfaces will reveal any developing play in the steering or suspension that a static inspection might miss. The clean record is encouraging, but it reflects only the vehicle's condition on specific test dates. Buyers should verify that the service history aligns with the MOT pattern, checking for evidence of regular oil changes, brake fluid replacement, and coolant servicing. A car that has been driven gently but neglected on routine fluid changes can harbour internal engine or transmission wear that no MOT test will detect. The Yaris is known for mechanical reliability, and this example's record supports that reputation, yet due diligence on consumables and age-related deterioration remains essential before purchase.