2016 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · SL66 LXV

A pattern of intermittent major failures and recurring tyre degradation defines the mechanical history of this vehicle, with a notable decline in condition appearing in late 2025. Despite a period of clean tests in 2023 and 2024, the December 2025 inspection required the rectification of critical safety systems including the anti-lock braking system and electronic stability control, alongside a rough offside front wheel bearing. The vehicle eventually achieved a pass on 2025-12-27, though it remains burdened by advisories regarding perishing rear tyres, a defect that first appeared in the 2020 records. With 66,232 miles recorded over approximately ten years, the annual accumulation rate of roughly 6,623 miles is typical for this age of vehicle. This usage profile suggests a balanced level of wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, although the repeated flagging of perishing tyres suggests the vehicle may have been subject to periods of inactivity or low-speed urban use, which can accelerate the degradation of rubber compounds regardless of the total mileage. Inspection during a test drive should focus heavily on the recently replaced offside front wheel bearing and the electronic braking systems. Listen for any rhythmic humming or droning sounds that increase with vehicle speed, which would indicate the bearing repair was insufficient or that other bearings are failing. Ensure the ABS and ESC warning lamps extinguish fully upon starting the engine and that there is no unusual pulsation or steering pull during hard braking, given the major faults recorded in December 2025. Attention must also be paid to the current state of the rear tyres, as the latest test identifies cracking and perishing on both the nearside and offside. Check the tyre sidewalls for visible weather-checking or hairline cracks. Additionally, while the 2022 advisories for worn and pitted front brake discs and thin pads are older, verify the pedal feel for any judder or vibration, which would indicate that the discs remain scored or have warped. Finally, confirm that the windscreen wipers and washers operate effectively across all speeds to ensure the previous major failures in these areas have been fully resolved.