2012 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · SV62 XSL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a persistent trend of developing suspension component wear. The most recent test in September 2024 at 32,165 miles flagged worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front suspension arms. This follows a pattern established in September 2023 where the front lower arm and rear trailing arm bushes were identified as worn. While the vehicle passes these tests, the recurring nature of these faults suggests the rubber components are aging relative to time rather than high mechanical stress. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 32,165 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 2,300 miles per year. This low usage profile explains the premature degradation of rubber elements like the perished tyres and suspension bushes noted in the 2021 test. However, the significant mileage gap between 2021 and 2022 where only 5,000 miles were covered indicates the car may have sat for long periods, which often leads to the corrosion seen on the offside brake pipe and MacPherson strut. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension geometry to determine the extent of the arm pin bush play. The buyer should also verify the condition of the offside front brake pipe to ensure the corrosion noted in 2021 has not progressed into thinning. Given the previous failures regarding windscreen wipers and washer systems in 2023, a check of the wiper blade condition and washer pump operation is necessary, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from neglected secondary items due to infrequent use.