2014 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · SO14 FSG

Chronic corrosion of the braking system and structural suspension components is the primary mechanical concern for this vehicle. While it achieved a pass on 2026-07-03, this followed a failure the previous day and a multi-year trend of recurring defects. The record shows a persistent pattern of corrosion affecting brake pipes and suspension mountings, indicating a consistent struggle with oxidation that has required repeated intervention to maintain roadworthiness. The recorded mileage of 69,839 miles is low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,820 miles per year. This low accumulation suggests the drivetrain and engine have seen lighter use than average; however, the prevalence of structural and component corrosion often correlates with vehicles that have spent significant time stationary or have been operated in environments with high salt exposure. A physical inspection should focus heavily on the brake lines and suspension linkages. Brake pipe corrosion has been flagged in every test since 2023, with specific mentions of pipes being covered in grease or other materials. Additionally, the vehicle has a history of serious suspension failure, including a dangerous split in the offside front spring mounting in 2025 and a fractured coil spring and debonded suspension arm bush in 2023. During a test drive, listen for metallic knocks or clunks when traversing uneven surfaces, which may indicate further deterioration of the suspension arm bushes or spring seats. The braking performance should be scrutinized for signs of wear and degradation. Previous records highlight pitted and scored front brake discs and corrosion on brake hose ferrules. On the test drive, feel for any judder through the brake pedal or a lack of linear deceleration, which would be consistent with the recorded disc pitting. Finally, verify the operation of all lighting, as headlamp failures have caused multiple MOT failures in 2024 and 2026.