2016 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · LL66 WXW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the most recent test in September 2024 at 86,867 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a significant failure in June involving multiple mechanical and safety defects. The trend is inconsistent, as the owner appears to only address faults once they fail an MOT test, rather than replacing out wear items during routine servicing. The mileage pattern of approximately 8,687 miles per year is consistent with typical annual usage for a ten-year-old vehicle. There is a notable gap of 14,038 miles between April 2022 and May 2023, followed by another 10,847 miles between May 2023 and June 2024. This suggests the car has been used regularly for longer distances rather than sitting stationary, which can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals despite the relatively low total mileage. A buyer must pay closely to the suspension and wheel assemblies due to recurring issues. The tester flagged the nearside rear wheel bearing for excessive play and roughness in June 2024, appearing shortly after April 2022 noted a similar fault on the offside rear. Furthermore, the anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers were found to be severely deteriorated or torn, indicating that suspension components are reaching the end of their life. A physical inspection should check for play in all ball joints and signs of perished rubber bushings. The braking system shows signs of neglect, with the April 2022 test recording thin pads and grooved discs. Additionally, the September 2024 advisory noted the offside rear tyre was perishing and cracking, which suggests the rubber is aged rather than just lacking tread depth. Minor cosmetic defects, such as missing sun visors and damaged mirrors noted across multiple years, reflect a general lack of attention to non-mechanical exterior items.