2008 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · DE58 ADV

This 2008 Toyota Yaris shows a history of recurring mechanical wear and structural corrosion typical of a vehicle of its age. The most recent test in November 2025 at 75,120 miles indicates the vehicle passed, yet it carries ongoing advisories for a rear exhaust leak and offside front tyres nearing the legal limit. This follows a failure in the previous year where the car was flagged for inoperative lighting, headlight alignment issues, and a split offside front constant velocity boot. The frequency of exhaust-related defects suggests that while the car is currently compliant, the exhaust system is reaching a state of significant deterioration. The vehicle has covered 75,120 miles over 18 years, averaging roughly 4,173 miles per year. This low annual mileage suggests limited use or potentially long periods of standing, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and corrosion rather than mechanical engine wear. The record shows a spike in usage between 2019 and 2020, where the mileage jumped from 63,150 to 84,233 miles, before settling back into lower figures. This low mileage correlates with the recurring failures of consumables like wiper blades and tyres, which appear to have been neglected untilion intervals. Structural integrity remains a primary area for this example. Records from 2023 noted a corroded front subframe that was not yet seriously weakened, alongside a corroded rear axle and corrosion on the inner sills and chassis legs. Persistent adviseories for corroded brake pipes covered in grease across multiple years indicate an ongoing vulnerability to rust in these areas. Furthermore, the suspension has shown instability with a 2024 failure for a worn arm pin causing excessive movement. A buyer should thoroughly inspect the underside and all mounting points to ensure that the noted corrosion has not.