2011 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · NU11 FNL

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 26 June 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded, which represents the cleanest possible outcome at test. Reviewing the five-year DVSA history, the car has achieved an unbroken sequence of passes, with the only items noted being a cluster of tyre-related advisories issued during the 2023 and 2024 tests. Since then, the most recent two examinations have returned entirely clear, indicating that the advisory wear items were addressed and that the overall maintenance trajectory is stable and consistent with conscientious upkeep. There is no evidence of recurring mechanical defects, structural advisories, or progressive deterioration within the recorded test history, which is a reassuring position for a prospective buyer evaluating a fifteen-year-old example. The recorded mileage of 112,007 miles against a vehicle age of approximately fifteen years equates to an average annual usage of around 7,467 miles, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a car of this vintage and suggests regular but moderate use rather than extended periods of standing or unusually high motorway accumulation. This kind of usage pattern generally promotes reasonable longevity of wearing components such as the clutch, brakes, and drivetrain, while avoiding the particular risks associated with very low annual mileage, namely brake disc corrosion, sticking calipers, and perished rubber. There are no significant unexplained mileage gaps between consecutive MOT entries, so the odometer reading can be considered plausible and continuous, supporting confidence in the recorded history. Given the pattern of multiple tyre wear advisories across both axles in successive tests, a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres should be a priority before purchase, paying particular attention to tread depth across the full width of each tyre and any uneven or shoulder-biased wear pattern that might indicate an underlying suspension or geometry issue. Uneven inner or outer edge wear, as referenced in the advisories, can point to worn suspension bushes, weakened coil springs, or misalignment of the tracking or camber angles. On a test drive, listen for suspension knocks or clonks over uneven road surfaces, particularly across speed humps and rough tarmac, and observe whether the vehicle tracks straight without pulling to either side under steady acceleration and braking. Inspect the sidewalls carefully for any cracking, perishing, or bulging, as fifteen-year-old rubber can deteriorate from age even where tread depth remains acceptable. Although the MOT record itself is now free of advisories, a vehicle of this age and mileage warrants attention to several time-served components that fall outside the scope of the standard MOT test but are critical to ongoing roadworthiness. The twelve-volt battery should be tested for cranking strength and state of charge, particularly if the car has seen periods of short journeys, as ageing units in Yaris models are a common failure point. Brake fluid should be inspected for colour and moisture content, with a fluid change recommended every two years regardless of mileage, while coolant and automatic or manual transmission fluid should be evaluated against the manufacturer's service schedule. Verify the presence of a stamped service book or digital service record confirming regular oil and filter changes, and inspect the underside of the vehicle, the exhaust system, and the rear axle area for any signs of corrosion, oil leakage, or blown exhaust joints that would not necessarily result in an MOT failure but could prove costly if neglected.