2012 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric · LY12 CZP

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition, though the most recent inspection indicates the onset of age-related wear. In the test conducted in September 2025 at 55,618 miles, the tester flagged worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front suspension arms. While these did not result in excessive movement sufficient to cause a failure, they signal that the rubber components are beginning to degrade after years of service despite the relatively low total mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old Toyota, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. Between 2021 and 2024, the car maintained a remarkably clean record, moving from 40,108 to 51,256 miles without any recorded defects. This consistent pattern suggests light annual use, which typically preserves the drivetrain and engine components, though low-mileage vehicles are often prone to accelerated degradation of rubber parts and seized brake components due to lack of use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry to ensure the worn arm bushes identified in the 2025 test have not progressed. Check for any knocking noises or steering play during a test drive, which would indicate the bushes require immediate replacement. Given the low mileage, it is also vital to inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as vehicles that sit for long periods often develop binding calipers or rust. Checking the chassis for structural corrosion remains essential to ensure that the age of the vehicle has not compromised the integrity of the frame mounting points.