2013 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · SY13 OBT

The 2013 Toyota Yaris presents a stable and reassuring roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 10 September 2025 at 93,312 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean bill of health follows a consistent pattern of passes across the last three years, with no advisories or failures noted in the current cycle. The maintenance trend is firmly stable, indicating the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order with no emerging or recurring faults. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 7,178 miles per year over thirteen years, which is typical for a small urban or suburban hatchback. The record shows a steady climb from 85,791 miles in September 2023 to 89,810 miles by September 2024, then to 93,312 miles by September 2025, averaging around 3,500 to 4,000 miles annually in recent years. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings, and the mileage progression aligns naturally with the test dates. The data set is clean and unremarkable in the best possible sense. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. At 93,312 miles, consumable components such as tyres, brake discs and pads, and the exhaust system will be approaching or past typical service intervals regardless of test outcomes. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be checked for wear, as these degrade gradually and may not always trigger an MOT advisory until failure is imminent. The underbody and sills deserve close attention for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and brake line routes, since surface rust can develop quietly on older vehicles that see short trips or winter road salt. The repeated pattern of a failed test immediately followed by a pass on the same mileage in both 2023 and 2025 suggests the owner addressed defects promptly rather than allowing faults to persist. That is a positive indicator of responsible ownership. Still, a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic remains advisable, focusing on engine compression, gearbox operation, and any signs of fluid leaks that MOT testing does not cover.