2006 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · RE06 AFN

The vehicle passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 at 82,178 miles, but the test recorded several advisories: an oil leak (8.4.1 (a)(i)), a deteriorated front registration plate (0.1 (b)), a slightly damaged rear tyre (5.2.3 (d)(ii)), corrosion of the rear inner integral body structure (6.1.1 (c)(i)), corroded rear suspension component mountings (5.3.6 (a)(i)), corroded rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b)(i)), a corroded front sub‑frame (5.3.3 (b)(i)) and a deteriorated rear fuel hose (6.1.3 (c)(ii)). The preceding test on 29 April 2026 had failed due to significantly worn rear brake drums, front brake discs, excessive brake fluctuation, a leaking rear hydraulic cylinder, an exhaust gas leak and a lambda reading outside limits. The rapid re‑test within 15 days indicates that the critical brake and exhaust defects were addressed, yet the recent pass still highlights a worsening trend in corrosion and wear across chassis and braking components. Mileage has accumulated to 82,178 miles over roughly 20 years, averaging about 4,100 miles per year—a low figure for the model’s age. The MOT record shows a continuous series from 2013 (33,325 miles) through 2018, a gap in 2020, a resumption in 2021 (65,272 miles) and 2022 (67,803 miles), then a jump to 70,839 miles in December 2023, 78,490 miles in April 2025 and finally 82,162 miles and 82,178 miles in April and May 2026. The low annual mileage suggests limited road use, yet the extended storage periods correlate with progressive corrosion on the rear coil springs, sub‑frame and integral body structure. The tight mileage increase between the failed and passed tests (16 miles) reflects a short‑term intensive repair cycle rather than normal wear. A buyer should inspect the rear suspension mounting and coil springs for active corrosion, check the front sub‑frame for structural weakening, and examine the rear fuel hose routing for deterioration. Brake components require close attention: measure disc and drum thickness, inspect hoses for corrosion, verify the rear hydraulic cylinder for leaks, and confirm that the oil leak is contained. The rear tyre condition, registration plate legibility and exhaust integrity should also be verified. A thorough visual and mechanical check will reveal whether the corrosion trend has stabilised or if further remedial work is needed before regular use.