2008 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · AY08 YTO
2008 Toyota Yaris (1.3L, petrol). First registered 04 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 50,263 miles. MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,263 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AY08 YTO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/01/2026
- 50,263 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AY08 YTO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Toyota Yaris (AY08 YTO) between February 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AY08 YTO Mileage History
- 01/02/202234,882 mi
- 20/01/202337,870 mi+2,988 mi
- 20/01/202441,927 mi+4,057 mi
- 24/01/202546,406 mi+4,479 mi
- 31/01/202650,263 mi+3,857 mi
Average of roughly 3,848 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Yaris Mk2
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- MMT Gearbox Actuator FailureSerious
The automated manual (MMT) gearbox can suffer actuator and ECU faults, leaving the car stuck in neutral or unable to select gears - a known weak point on Mk2 Yaris automated models that often requires specialist repair.
- Water Pump LeakModerate
The water pump on the 1.0 and 1.33 petrol engines is a known failure point, often showing as pink crusty coolant residue around the pump and a dropping coolant level; left unchecked it can cause overheating.
- Rear Speed Sensor CorrosionModerate
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