2015 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · LS15 RWX

A clear mechanical pattern emerges across the MOT history of this Yaris, centred on progressive wear to the front braking and suspension assemblies. The most recent test on 28 February 2026 was recorded as a clean pass with no advisories, but the prior annual examination on 26 February 2025 flagged three tyres at or near the legal tread limit, and the 2023 test identified corrosion on both front suspension arms along with wear to a nearside front arm pin or bush and pitting on both front brake discs. Front brake disc wear was first noted back in April 2022, suggesting a recurring theme of under-bonnet and under-car degradation rather than isolated incidents. The single recorded failure, dated 13 May 2020 for an ineffective front wiper, is a relatively minor electrical issue rather than a structural or mechanical concern and was rectified the same day to allow the test to pass. Taken together, the record shows stable test outcomes at the pass level, with advisories that reappear in clusters around the braking and suspension components typical of a vehicle covering moderate annual mileage in service. Mileage stands at 109,530 miles across roughly eleven years, equating to an average of around 9,957 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the expected range for a car of this age. The annual testing cadence is consistent from 2020 through 2026 with no extended gaps, indicating the vehicle has remained in continuous use throughout this period rather than being laid up. With this kind of steady, average-rate utilisation, mechanical wear tends to accumulate predictably on consumables such as brake pads and discs, tyres, and suspension bushes and drop links, all of which align with the advisories recorded. There is no evidence in the data of unusually low mileage that would warrant concerns about standing-related deterioration such as seized brakes or dried rubber seals, nor any indication of excessive high-mileage use that might accelerate major drivetrain concerns. For a prospective buyer, the front suspension and braking components flagged in 2023 warrant close physical inspection and a focused test drive. Listen for clonks or knocking noises from the front end over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which can indicate worn bushes in the front suspension arms or the pin joint specifically noted on the nearside. Slack or imprecise steering, particularly wandering on uneven cambers, would suggest the corroded arm assemblies have progressed since the advisory was raised. On the test drive, apply the brakes firmly from a reasonable speed and feel for any judder through the pedal, vibration through the steering wheel, or pulling to one side, as these are consistent with the pitted front discs recorded in 2022 and 2023. Inspect both front discs visually for a visible lip on the outer edge and for surface rust pitting that has not been skimmed away, and check that the brake pads have ample material remaining, as discs of this age and mileage on a Yaris are often replaced in conjunction with pad renewal rather than on their own. The 2025 tyre advisories also merit direct attention before purchase. Three tyres were recorded at tread depths between 2.1mm and 2.6mm, which sit at or just above the legal 1.6mm minimum, so confirm whether replacements have since been fitted and check the current tread depth across all four corners using a calibrated gauge. Uneven wear across the axle, particularly inner or outer shoulder wear, can point to misalignment or worn suspension components, which would tie back into the 2023 advisories. Inspect the sidewalls for any cracking or bulging consistent with age-related rubber deterioration, given the vehicle's eleven-year service life. Finally, verify that the wiper mechanism noted as failed in 2020 has remained serviceable, and ensure both front and rear wipers clear the screen effectively under direct observation, as wiper linkage and motor wear is a known weak point on vehicles of this generation and age.