2016 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · SC66 JDK

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a clean MOT pass on 16 June 2025 at 51,968 miles. This result indicates an improving maintenance trend, as the mechanical and electrical defects identified in previous years were addressed. While the history shows intermittent failures regarding lighting and indicators, the absence of advisories in the most recent test suggests the owner is proactive in rectifying faults before they become critical. At ten years old with 51,968 miles, the Yaris averages approximately 5,200 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for a petrol car. The data shows consistent usage patterns with 6,637 miles driven between the June 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 6,481 miles between 2024 and 2025. This low mileage generally implies less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though rubber elements and seals can still degrade due to age rather than distance traveled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry. The June 2024 test at 45,487 miles flagged corrosion on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. Although these passed the subsequent test, the presence of rust on structural components in a low-mile vehicle warrants a close look to ensure the corrosion has not progressed into structural thinning or pitting over time. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check for cracked or perished rubber in the suspension bushes and ball joints, as vehicles that sit for long periods often suffer from dry rot rather than mechanical wear and tear.