2001 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · UIL 5497

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 22 April 2026 at 59,959 miles. This result showed no recorded defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend following a brief period of non-compliance in late 2022. The consistency of the clean passes over the last three years suggests that the previous owners have addressed necessary repairs promptly and that the vehicle remains mechanically sound for road use. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twenty-five-year-old Toyota, averaging approximately 2,400 miles per year. Between December 2023 and April 2026, the car covered 5,723 miles, showing a slight increase in usage compared to earlier periods. While the low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, the infrequent use can lead to age-related degradation of rubber-based components. The data shows regular testing intervals between 2022 and 2026, which prevents the vehicle from being neglected for long durations. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age-related decay rather than mileage-related wear. Inspect the vehicle for perished suspension bushes, cracked sidewalls, and seized brake calipers which often occur when low-mile vehicles sit. Given the age of the car, a thorough check of structural integrity around the sills and wheel arches is essential, as corrosion can develop regardless of how few miles are driven. The failure in November 2022 followed immediately by a pass a week later suggests a minor issue that was easily rectified.