2010 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · NL10 DME

The March 2026 MOT at 49,568 miles passed with no defects recorded, confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance trend. No failures or advisories were noted. The vehicle, a 2010 Yaris now 16 years old, averages about 3,100 miles per year, a figure that is low for its age. Mileage rose from 47,308 miles in February 2023 to 48,628 miles by February 2024 (1,320 miles in one year), then increased by roughly 500 miles annually to the March 2026 test. A buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, test the rear brakes for binding calipers, examine the brake discs for corrosion or scoring, and check the chassis and wheel arches for structural rust, as these components are prone to deterioration even when MOT results show no defects. The 2023 failure on the same day, though recorded with no defects, suggests a transient issue that was corrected before the subsequent pass. In addition, verify tyre tread depth, wiper blade condition, and confirm that any previous service items such as the timing belt and fluid changes have been carried out, since low mileage does not guarantee absence of wear on critical systems.