2013 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · RE63 CWG

The 2013 Toyota Yaris has maintained a clean MOT history since its most recent test on 30 October 2025, with no defects recorded at 56,361 miles. This suggests the vehicle has passed all mandatory safety and emissions checks without fail in the past year, though the 2023 and 2022 tests reveal minor but recurring issues that have since resolved. The absence of advisories or repeated failures indicates no persistent mechanical concerns, though the 2022 oil misting from the nearside rear shock absorber and tyre damage—while classified as minor—should prompt closer scrutiny of suspension integrity and tyre condition. The recorded mileage of 56,361 miles over 13 years averages just 4,335 miles annually, a figure significantly lower than the UK average for a vehicle of this age. This suggests either very light usage or prolonged periods of inactivity, which could impact components like battery health, suspension seals, and fuel system efficiency. The consistent annual mileage increments (around 4,500 miles per year) imply no sudden spikes in wear, but the low total miles may also mean some components—such as brake pads, timing belt, or cabin filters—have not yet reached their typical replacement intervals. The most notable gap is between the 2021 and 2022 tests, where mileage jumped by 3,000 miles in a year, though this remains within reasonable limits for a low-mileage vehicle. The most critical areas for an in-person inspection stem from the 2022 and 2023 MOT records. The nearside rear shock absorber’s oil misting, though not severe enough to fail, indicates potential internal wear and should be visually inspected for leaks or sagging. The tyre damage noted in 2022—cracking on the nearside front and offside rear—warries checking for uneven wear, embedded debris, or signs of perishing rubber, particularly on the front nearside. The 2023 advisory about the central upper stop lamp suggests wiring or connector issues may persist; testing all lighting circuits is essential. Beyond these, the lack of brake-related advisories is reassuring, but buyers should verify disc thickness, caliper binding, and rotor runout, especially given the low mileage could mask gradual wear. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, should also be assessed, as this is a common failure point for vehicles of this age.