2010 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · WN10 EMV

A fractured offside front coil spring during the November 2024 test marks the sole structural failure on an otherwise standard MOT history, which concluded most recently with a pass on November 10, 2025. While the overall record shows routine annual compliance with several clear certificates, the subsequent 2025 examination logged advisories for thin front brake pads and front tyres wearing close to the legal limit on both the near side and offside edges. Alongside a recurring advisory for a deteriorated rear registration plate noted across multiple years, these recent entries demonstrate that the vehicle consumes consumable items and suspension hardware in line with normal operation, requiring immediate verification of front-axle maintenance. Accumulating just 32,394 miles over its roughly 16-year lifespan equates to an exceptionally low average of approximately 2,025 miles per year, with testing carried out consistently on an annual basis without prolonged gaps or off-road statutory off road notifications. This light usage pattern means the mechanical assemblies have avoided high-mileage fatigue, but a low-mileage profile still demands careful inspection of rubber components, suspension joints, and braking surfaces that can degrade through age rather than distance accumulation. During the physical vehicle inspection and test drive, pay close attention to the front suspension and steering systems, listening specifically for any metallic clunks, knocks, or creaks when navigating speed humps or rough road surfaces to ensure the coil spring replacement was executed correctly and that surrounding mountings, wishbones, and drop links remain free of play. Assess the stopping performance thoroughly by checking for any pedal vibration, pulling to one side, or scraping noises that would confirm the thinning front brake pads and edge-worn front tyres flagged at the last test require immediate replacement before any further road use. Finally, inspect the general underbody condition and verify that the rear seats, which were noted as folded down and covered during the 2024 test, latch securely into their upright positions and function correctly. Check that all exterior lighting and electrical functions operate as intended, and inspect the rear registration plate to see if the cosmetic deterioration has progressed to the point of requiring a fresh plate to ensure full legal compliance.