2012 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · LL12 FZY

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deferred consumable component replacement. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 100,548 miles passed, it revealed multiple advisories related to the braking system and tyres. The tester flagged both front brake discs as worn and pitted, alongside thin pads on the front axle. This indicates that the previous owner has operated the vehicle until components were nearing failure or reaching their legal limits, rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. The record shows steady usage with roughly 9,500 miles covered between November 2024 and December 2025, and about 7,000 miles between December 2023 and November 2024. The failure in November 2024 was limited to simple electrical issues involving headlamps and stop lamps, which were rectified immediately, suggesting that basic bulb checks may have been neglected prior to that specific test. A buyer must prioritize inspecting the front braking assembly, as the pitted discs and thin pads likely require immediate replacement to ensure effective stopping performance. The nearside rear tyre was noted for perishing and cracking, which is a common issue on older vehicles with lower mileage regardless of tread depth. Additionally, the recurring presence of child seats during the 2023 and 2025 tests prevented full inspections of the adult seatbelts; a buyer should manually check the tension and integrity of these belts to ensure there is no fraying or damage that the tester could not see.