2016 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · YV16 AAU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a recent MOT pass, but the maintenance history shows a trend of reactive repairs. While the car passed its test on 8 May 2026 at 56,549 miles, it failed just one day prior due to multiple safety defects. The recent failure identified a fractured nearside front coil spring and corrosion on both front lower suspension arms. These issues suggest that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they trigger a test failure rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,655 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 4,052 miles between the May 2025 and May 2026 tests, and another 3,650-mile interval in the year prior. This low annual usage often results in less wear on the drivetrain but can lead to the premature degradation of rubber components and metal parts, as evidenced by the fractured coil spring and defective wiper blade recorded in June 2023. A physical inspection must focus on the front suspension and structural integrity. The 2026 record flagged corrosion on the lower suspension arms; while not yet structurally weakened, this process is progressive and will likely accelerate over time. The buyer should specifically inspect the nearside front area for signs of further rust and ensure the replacement coil spring was seated correctly. The recurring failure of the central stop lamp across 2023, 2024, and 2026 indicates a persistent lack of basic pre-test checks by the previous keepers.