2004 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Petrol · AF04 WVA

The 2004 Toyota Yaris last underwent MOT testing on 21 August 2023 , just over two years ago, with no defects recorded in the most recent pass. This places the vehicle at the very limit of the three-year MOT validity window, meaning it is now overdue for inspection. The absence of any advisories or failures in the past three tests suggests the vehicle has not experienced any recurring mechanical issues that would warrant immediate concern. However, the 2022 repeat test on 19 August —just one day before the original failure—indicates a minor administrative oversight rather than a technical problem, as no defects were logged. The pattern remains stable, with no evidence of worsening conditions, but the lack of recent testing means critical components may have deteriorated beyond the last recorded check. The recorded mileage of 130,463 miles over roughly 22 years equates to an average of just 5,930 miles annually , which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2021 test at 130,463 miles and the 2022 failure at an unrecorded mileage (likely similar) suggests minimal usage, which could mean the car has spent extended periods stationary. This low mileage does not necessarily indicate neglect, but it also means wear items like suspension bushes, brake pads, and tyres may have endured prolonged exposure to environmental factors without consistent replacement. The lack of mileage progression between tests also makes it difficult to assess gradual wear patterns, as the vehicle appears to have been driven very little in recent years. Given the absence of recorded faults, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of suspension integrity , particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are common points of failure in older Toyotas. The brakes, though not flagged in MOTs, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been stationary for long periods. Tyre tread depth and lateral wear patterns will reveal whether the car has been driven on uneven surfaces or if the alignment has drifted. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and sills, should also be examined, as prolonged inactivity can accelerate rust development. While the MOT history is clean, these areas are critical given the vehicle’s age and low mileage.