2004 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · BD54 NEO

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 98,958 miles, this followed a failure just day prior due to multiple critical safety defects. The presence of a structural tyre failure with exposed cords and tread depths below the legal limit indicates that the previous owner only addressed essential safety items when forced by the MOT tester, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 22 years old, the mileage of 98,958 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. The data shows a significant spike in usage between July 2024 and July 2025, where the car covered 12,493 miles in a single year. This is nearly triple the annual average and explains the accelerated wear observed on tyres and suspension components. Long periods of low mileage likely contributed to the aging and cracking of rubber components and the deterioration of headlamp lenses, which are noted in the latest inspection records. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the control arm bushes and link-bar bushes have been flagged as worn in both 2024 and 2025. While these did not yet result in excessive movement, the recurring nature suggests they are nearing the end of their life. The brake discs were also noted as pitted and scored in 2024, so the buyer should check for sufficient thickness and surface uniformity to ensure effective braking. Additionally, the failure of the offside front tyre due to separation suggests aged rubber; a thorough check for sidewall cracking on all remaining tyres is essential given the vehicle's age and history of neglect.