2016 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · YA16 YLF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 20 April 2026 at 69,079 miles. While the car remains legal, the maintenance trend shows a recurring focus on consumable wear and minor component degradation rather than major mechanical failure. The latest advisory regarding thin front brake pads on the offside and nearside indicates that braking components are approaching the end of their service life and will require attention shortly. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,900 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 48,698 miles in April 2025 to 69,079 miles in April 2026, a jump of over 20,000 miles in a single year. This recent increase in annual distance suggests the vehicle is being used more intensively now than in previous years, which may accelerate the wear on suspension and braking systems. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and braking history. The tester flagged corrosion on the nearside front Macpherson strut in both the June 2024 and April 2025 tests. Although it was noted as not seriously weakened, the recurrence of this advisory suggests the corrosion is persistent. The June 2024 test also highlighted worn suspension arm bushes on both the nearside and offside front, indicating that the front end is showing typical age-related wear. Brake component health warrants a physical inspection. The history shows a pattern of pitted or scored rear brake discs dating back to 2020, with fluctuating service brakes noted in June 2024. Given the recent advisory for thin front pads in 2026, a thorough check of the remaining pad thickness, disc surface condition, and the integrity of the Macpherson strut is necessary to ensure no structural degradation has progressed beyond the previous advisory levels.