2016 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · LL16 UCD

The vehicle remains roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, despite a history of reactive attention toward consumables. The most recent test in July 2025 at 65,314 miles passed without any mechanical failures, though the tester noted that child seats obstructed a full inspection of the adult seat belts. This represents an improvement over the July 2024 test, where the vehicle passed despite multiple advisories related to tyre wear and surface damage. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a low-use city car, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per annum. The record shows steady progression from 33,434 miles in June 2021 to 65,314 miles in July 2025. This low annual mileage suggests the engine and drivetrain components have not been subjected to high- thermal stress of long-distance travel, though the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to rubber-based components degrading if the car sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the tyres and suspension alignment, as the history shows a recurring pattern of neglect. The 2022 and 2024 tests both flagged tyres as reaching the legal limit or showing uneven edge wear, which often indicates poor wheel alignment or worn suspension bushes. Given the 2024 advisory regarding cracking and perishing on the nearside rear tyre, the rubber compound may be hardening due to age regardless of the low mileage. While there are no structural issues or mechanical brake-related failures recorded in the history, the repeated side repeater defects in 2021 and 2022 suggest a previous owner who only addressed minor faults when prompted by the MOT tester. Verify the current condition of all four tyres and check for any fluid clumping from the shock absorbers to ensure the previous uneven wear patterns have not resulted in deeper mechanical damage.