2002 Toyota Yaris 1.5L Petrol · BU02 AAE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent test conducted on 30 December 2021 at 77,023 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, despite a curious failure on the same day at 77,028 miles. This specific failure likely represents a clerical error or a minor component issue that was rectified immediately, as the vehicle maintained a clean record with no recorded advisories across the last five recorded tests. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle from 2002, averaging approximately 3,200 miles per year. Between January 2019 and January 2020, the car covered 4,504 miles, followed by a significant gap between January 2020 and December 2021 where only 5,171 miles were recorded over nearly two years. While low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, the long intervals between tests suggest that rubber components may have degraded or fluids may have perished due to age rather than physical use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as low-mileage Toyotas of this era are prone to hidden corrosion that MOT tests may not always catch. Because the car sits for long periods, it is vital to check for perished suspension bushes, cracked hoses, and seized brake calipers, which typically fail when a vehicle remains stationary. Verify the brake system for surface rust or pitted discs, as infrequent use often leads to uneven pad wear and reduced efficiency despite the low overall mileage.