2010 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · PL10 AAE

The most recent MOT inspection on 26 November 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, which suggests a positive trend in the vehicle's immediate roadworthiness. Looking at the preceding three years, the maintenance history shows a clear pattern of addressing recurring advisories. Specifically, the suspension component issues and tyre degradation noted in 2022, 2023, and 2024 appear to have been rectified, as they are absent from the latest certificate. This indicates that the previous owner has been proactive in responding to official advisories, moving the vehicle from a state of multiple minor defects toward a clean mechanical status. With a recorded mileage of 122,508 miles over approximately sixteen years, this Toyota Yaris has covered an average of roughly 7,657 miles per year. This is considered low to moderate usage for a vehicle of this age, suggesting it has likely been used for short-distance commuting or local trips rather than heavy long-distance motorway driving. While this lower annual mileage reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can sometimes lead to other age-related issues such as fluid degradation or component seizure from infrequent use. However, the mileage is consistent with a well-maintained urban vehicle and does not indicate any suspicious gaps or excessive accumulation that would suggest high-stress operation. Despite the clean recent MOT, the history of worn suspension arm bushes and perishing tyres warrants careful inspection during a test drive. Although the 2025 test was clear, you should listen closely for any dull thuds or clunks when driving over speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, which could indicate that the suspension bushes are beginning to degrade again. Furthermore, given the previous advisories regarding tyre sidewall cracking and perishing, you must physically inspect the current tyres for any signs of age-related dry rot or cracking in the sidewalls, even if the tread depth remains legally sufficient. Uneven tyre wear may also suggest that previous alignment issues caused by worn bushes have not been fully corrected. Finally, because this is an older vehicle with relatively low annual mileage, you should verify the service history to ensure that time-based maintenance has been performed alongside mileage-based intervals. Check for evidence of regular oil and coolant changes, as fluids can degrade chemically even if the car is not driven heavily. Inspect the brake discs for heavy surface corrosion or pitting, which can occur if the car has spent long periods standing, and check for any signs of binding calipers. It is also advisable to test the 12V battery health and ensure the underside of the vehicle is free from excessive structural corrosion, which is a common concern for a vehicle of this vintage.