TOYOTA YARIS2002 · 1.0L Petrol

This vehicle presents an exceptionally clean MOT history with a stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent test on 6 February 2026 at 30,995 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to February 2021, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard or has suffered very little mechanical stress. The mileage is remarkably low for a 24 year old car, averaging roughly 1,291 miles per year. A significant period of inactivity occurred between 15 February 2022 at 29,041 miles and 7 February 2025 at 29,254 miles, where the car covered only 213 miles over three years. This suggests the vehicle spent a long duration in storage or served as a secondary vehicle with minimal use. While the lack of MOT defects is positive, the long periods of standing introduce specific risks. A buyer should physically inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting and check for binding calipers caused by inactivity. Rubber components, including tyre sidewalls, suspension bushes, and coolant hoses, often perish due to age rather than mileage. Check for hairline cracks in the tyres and ensure the fluids have not degraded during the dormant periods. The absence of structural corrosion or exhaust emissions failures in the record is encouraging for a vehicle of this vintage. However, given the low usage, the primary focus must remain on the integrity of the seals and the health of the battery. Verify that the engine starts cleanly and that there are no leaks from gaskets that may have dried out during the years of limited movement.