2004 Toyota Yaris 1.4L Diesel · BC04 HRU
2004 Toyota Yaris (1.4L, diesel). First registered 08 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 157,475 miles. MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,475 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BC04 HRU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/09/2026
- 157,475 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BC04 HRU 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 2004 Toyota Yaris (BC04 HRU) between September 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.
BC04 HRU Mileage History
- 24/09/2024141,062 mi
- 02/10/2024141,066 mi+4 mi
- 26/09/2025151,696 mi+10,630 mi
- 01/10/2025151,951 mi+255 mi
- 05/09/2026157,475 mi+5,524 mi
Average of roughly 8,435 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Yaris Mk1
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Structural CorrosionSerious
Rust often takes hold in the rear sills, rear crossmember, and front subframe mounting points.
- Digital Dash Segment FailureModerate
The digital speedo can lose segments, making it an MOT failure if the speed is illegible.
- Clutch JudderModerate
Some manual models develop a judder when pulling away, often due to a worn clutch or dual-mass flywheel.
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