2007 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · LB07 NTC

The defining mechanical story of this 2007 Toyota Yaris is one of remarkably consistent roadworthiness over a prolonged testing history, with the most recent assessment on 11 December 2025 resulting in a pass and only a single advisory concerning front tyre wear. Across the five recorded MOT tests spanning 2021 through 2025, the vehicle has never failed, and the only defects noted have been minor items such as a deteriorating front registration plate and progressive front tyre wear approaching the legal limit. The advisory in the most recent test specifically flagged both front tyres as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, a pattern that has now repeated in consecutive years on at least the offside front. This recurring advisory warrants direct attention, as edge wear is frequently symptomatic of worn suspension components rather than purely a tyre rotation or inflation issue, and it represents the most tangible mechanical risk in an otherwise clean record. Mileage accumulation on this Yaris sits at 130,026 recorded miles across approximately 19 years of service, equating to an annual average of around 6,843 miles per year. This rate is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and suggests steady, consistent use rather than long periods of standing or unusually high annual mileage that would accelerate wear on major drivetrain components. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing history, with tests recorded annually from 2021 through 2025, providing a continuous picture of the vehicle's mechanical condition. The steady accumulation rate implies that consumable items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and suspension bushes have been replaced at intervals consistent with normal use, and there is no evidence of extended lay-up that would raise concerns about seized calipers, perished rubber, or degraded fluids. For a prospective buyer, the recurring front tyre edge wear advisories are the primary inspection priority and should be investigated before purchase. Edge wear on both front tyres, repeated across consecutive tests, typically points to suspension geometry issues such as worn wishbone bushes, dropped suspension arms, or deteriorating front strut top mounts that allow the wheel alignment to drift out of specification. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, and pay particular attention to any vague or wandering steering feel, pulling to one side under braking, or uneven steering wheel return after cornering. A physical inspection should include checking for perished or cracked suspension bushes, any play in the front wheel bearings, and confirmation that the tracking has been recently adjusted. The front tyres themselves should be examined for uneven shoulder wear patterns, and if the advisory has been ignored for a prolonged period, there is a risk of premature wear to related steering and suspension components. Beyond the tyre concerns, the remainder of the vehicle presents a stable mechanical picture with no recorded advisories relating to braking system condition, exhaust integrity, or structural corrosion. The brake pipes, discs, and callipers have not been flagged at any test, which is reassuring for a vehicle of this age and mileage. On a test drive, verify smooth and even braking response without any judder through the pedal or pulling to one side, and listen for any binding or scraping noises from the wheels that could indicate a sticking caliper. Given the age of the vehicle, a general inspection for any emerging corrosion around the wheel arches, underbody, and suspension mounting points is advisable, although the MOT record provides no current evidence of structural concerns. Overall, the mechanical condition suggested by this MOT history is one of a well-maintained, lightly-used urban vehicle whose principal outstanding issue is a suspension-related tyre wear pattern that demands a thorough pre-purchase inspection.