2011 Toyota Yaris 1.4L Diesel · SD11 EXB

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding structural integrity and suspension components. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 118,865 miles passed, it revealed new advisories that indicate ongoing wear issues not being fully addressed. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to a series of failures and advisories in 2024 and 2025 suggests that the vehicle is now requiring reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. The recorded mileage of 118,865 miles over fifteen years reflects an average annual usage of approximately 7,900 miles, which is consistent with typical light-use patterns for this age. There is a notable gap in data between March 2022 and July 2023 where the car covered only 1,180 miles. However, usage has since accelerated, with over 13,000 miles driven between July 2024 and July 2025. This increase in mileage likely correlates with the accelerated degradation of rubber components and metal components on the chassis. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underside, specifically focusing on the front sub-frame and general body corrosion. The tester flagged corrosion on the sub-frame in 2024, and while it was not seriously weakened at that time, the persistent mention of corroded areas suggests a long-term structural risk. The suspension also requires close attention; the record shows recurring issues with bushes, anti-roll bar linkages, and steering rack inner joints across multiple tests over the last three years. Brake system and tyre management are also areas of concern. The recurring corroded brake pipes on both the offside front and rear, noted in 2022 and 2025, indicate the hydraulic lines are reaching the end of their life or are being covered in grease to hide degradation. Additionally, the frequent reports of tyres worn on the edges across different axles suggest potential alignment issues or general neglect of basic maintenance. The buyer should verify if the nearside rear wheel bearing identified in the 2024 failure was actually replaced.