2011 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · WR11 ONO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 93,705 miles passed, the car failed immediately prior with multiple defects including lighting, securing issues, and tyre failures. The recurrence of the nearside rear brake pipe corrosion and the nearside front Macpherson strut corrosion across three years of testing suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they trigger an MOT failure, rather than managing underlying degradation early. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,250 miles per year. The progression from 77,462 miles in January 2024 to 84,959 miles in February 2025, and finally to 93,705 miles in January 2026, shows steady low-intensity usage. However, the low annual mileage has not prevented age-related degradation of rubber and metal components, as evidenced by perishing tyres and structural corrosion noted in the record. A buyer must specifically inspect the underbody for the extent of the surface corrosion. The tester has repeatedly flagged the nearsside rear brake pipe and the Macpherson strut; while these were not yet structural failures, the presence of grease on pipes often hides accelerated rust. The offside front suspension arm bush noted in 2025 should also be checked for play. Furthermore, the January 2026 failure for sidewall cracking and perishing indicates that the tyres are reaching the end of their structural life regardless of tread depth, necessitating an immediate replacement to ensure safety.