2012 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · SW62 APX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a pass on 02 October 2025 at 79,949 miles. The maintenance history shows a period of instability in late 2025, where the car failed two tests within a two-week window before finally passing inspection. However, the most recent test recorded no defects whatsoever, suggesting that the issues causing the previous failures were addressed and rectified. The trend currently appears stable, provided the vehicle maintains this condition moving into the next testing cycle. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 79,949 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. The data indicates a consistent usage pattern between the October 2024 test at 75,436 miles and the October 2025 test at 79,949 miles, covering roughly 4,500 miles annually. While low mileage generally implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long periods of standing can lead to degradation of rubber components, such as bushes and tyres, and may cause brake corrosion through inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components that likely triggered the recent failures in September and October 2025. Since the record does not list specific defects for those failures, a manual check of the brake lines, suspension joints, and exhaust mounting points is essential. Given the age of the vehicle relative to the low mileage, inspect the chassis for structural corrosion on the sills and floor pans, as age often affects metal regardless of miles driven. Checking for sidewall cracking in the tyres is also necessary to determine if the car sat stationary for extended periods between services.