TOYOTA YARIS2005 · 1.0L PETROL

The vehicle presents as a roadworthy example with a stable maintenance trend despite intermittent testing failures. The most recent inspection on 9 October 2025 at 75,893 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets all safety and environmental standards. This follows a pattern where the vehicle failed initial tests but successfully passed upon re-test, suggesting that the previous owner was proactive in rectifying identified faults to keep the car legal on the road. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,614 miles per year. Between the October 2023 test at 69,483 miles and the October 2024 test at 72,332 miles, the car covered 2,849 miles, with another 3,561 recorded between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This consistent low-annual usage suggests the engine has seen limited mechanical stress, though low-mileage vehicles often suffer from degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion on brake discs due to lack of regular use. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension components to check for structural rust, which is a primary concern for this era regardless of mileage. While the MOT record shows no recurring mechanical failures, the low mileage can sometimes lead to perished suspension bushes or seized bolts on the underbody. Given the infrequent use, it is also necessary to verify that the brake calipers are not binding and the discs have not developed significant surface pitting from periods of standing stationary.