2017 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · SN17 RZT

The 2017 Toyota Yaris presents a stable but watchful maintenance picture as of its most recent MOT pass on 8 January 2026 at 28,639 miles. The tester flagged front brake pads wearing thin, a consumable item that confirms the car is being driven and its braking components are wearing naturally rather than seizing from neglect. No structural or suspension defects appear in the latest record, and the vehicle has not failed a test since January 2024, suggesting the last owner addressed faults promptly rather than ignoring advisories. At roughly 3,182 miles per year, the annual mileage sits well below the UK average of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles. The record shows a gap of nearly two years between the January 2024 test at 21,332 miles and the December 2024 test at 26,030 miles, representing a jump of 4,698 miles in eleven months. That is a notable acceleration in use after a period of lighter running, which can place sudden demand on components that may have aged or dried out during lower activity. The mileage progression from 17,485 in January 2023 to 28,639 by January 2026 totals 11,154 miles across three years, confirming the car has not been standing idle and that wear is accumulating at a modest but consistent rate. Buyers should focus their physical inspection on the front braking system, given the repeated attention to front pads and tyres across multiple tests. The tester noted edge wear on both front tyres in January 2023, and the January 2026 advisory on thin front pads suggests the front axle continues to bear the majority of braking load. Check the condition of the front brake discs for scoring or lipping and verify that the rear brakes are not binding, as uneven braking distribution can mask caliper issues. The rear tyre failures in January 2024, where both nearside and offside rear tyres were cut to the point of exposing ply or cords, raise a question about road-hazard exposure or possible wheel alignment and suspension bush wear that could cause uneven tyre loading. Inspect the rear suspension bushes, shock absorbers, and coil springs for deterioration, particularly given the car's age and the possibility of long stationary periods between lower-mileage intervals. The deep cracking noted across all four tyres in 2023 also warrants a close look at the current tyre age codes and sidewall condition, as rubber degradation can recur if the vehicle spends extended time outdoors or in temperature-variable environments.