2007 Toyota Yaris Zinc D-4D 1.4L Heavy oil · PJZ 7003

The current MOT status of this Toyota Yaris is stable, with the vehicle achieving a clean pass on March 5, 2025, at 177,785 miles. While the vehicle failed a test in January 2025, the lack of recorded defects suggests a procedural or administrative issue rather than a mechanical failure. The absence of advisories across the last four years of testing indicates a consistent standard of maintenance, reflecting a vehicle that has been kept in a roadworthy condition despite its age. The recorded mileage of 177,785 miles over nineteen years averages to approximately 9,357 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical usage patterns for a diesel-powered hatchback. The data shows a steady accumulation of miles, with the most significant increase occurring between August 2021 and September 2022, when the vehicle covered roughly 12,700 miles. Since late 2022, the rate of mileage accumulation has slowed, suggesting the car has seen lighter use in the final years of its recorded history. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the long-term effects of high-mileage operation, specifically targeting the suspension bushes, ball joints, and shock absorbers, which often reach the end of their service life at this stage. Although the MOT record is clean, the age of the vehicle necessitates a thorough check of the underside for structural corrosion, particularly around the sills and subframe mounting points. Given the D-4D engine configuration, verify the condition of the auxiliary drive belt and listen for any signs of turbocharger wear or excessive smoke under load, as these components are prone to degradation at this mileage threshold.