TOYOTA YARIS2004 · 1.3L PETROL

The 2004 Toyota Yaris holds a pass recorded on 16 January 2013 at 38,202 miles, with zero defects flagged. That certificate is now over thirteen years old. No subsequent MOT entries exist on the supplied record, meaning the vehicle's current roadworthiness status is unknown and cannot be verified without a fresh test. The maintenance trend is therefore impossible to classify as stable, worsening, or improving; the data simply stops. Mileage accumulation is exceptionally low. Between the 2010 test at 32,371 miles and the 2013 pass at 38,202 miles, the car covered roughly 5,800 miles in three years. Annual use sits at approximately 1,736 miles across the twenty-two-year span. Such low mileage often reflects prolonged periods of inactivity, which carries its own risks: deteriorated rubber components, stale fuel, and moisture ingress into brake and suspension systems. The absence of any MOT entries after 2013 raises the possibility that the vehicle has stood unused for a significant period. The 2012 failure and retest reveal two recurring minor faults worth noting. A torn rear wiper blade appeared on both the failed and passed submissions of 9 January 2012, suggesting it was tolerated rather than replaced. Nearside rear brake binding was flagged on the same date and carried over into the pass, indicating the issue was marginal but persistent. Neither defect points to a serious mechanical failure, yet the pattern suggests small consumable items were occasionally overlooked during routine upkeep. A buyer inspecting this Yaris in person should focus on components most vulnerable to long-term standing. Check the condition of all brake discs and pads for surface corrosion, particularly the nearside rear caliper that previously showed a tendency to bind. Examine suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for perishing or seepage. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion, verify tyre dates and tread depth regardless of mileage, and confirm the headlamp aim remains correct. Given the thirteen-year gap in testing, a full pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is strongly recommended before committing to the vehicle.