2004 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · CK04 YPP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the history shows a transition from significant mechanical neglect to clean passes. The most recent MOT test in August 2022 at 146,613 miles passed with no recorded defects, suggesting that the critical failures identified in previous years were addressed. However, the vehicle is now nearly four years out of date for its last test, meaning the current state of the brakes, suspension, and structural integrity is unverified and likely degraded due to age and potential stationary time. At 146,613 miles over 22 years, the Yaris has averaged approximately 6,600 miles per year, which is consistent with low-intensity usage for a car of this age. There is a notable gap in records between December 2018 and January 2020, where the vehicle covered roughly 18,000 miles in just thirteen months. Usage has since slowed to a lower rate, with only 19,504 miles accumulated between January 2020 and August 2022. This lower mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain but increases the risk of rubber components deforming or brake components seizing over long periods. A physical inspection must focus on the suspension and braking systems due to their recurring issues. The January 2020 failure revealed serious faults including worn track rod ends, leaking shock absorbers, and wheel bearings, while the subsequent pass that month noted the parking brake efficiency was only just meeting the legal limit. The buyer should check for fresh fluid leaks on the dampers and verify that the corrosion on brake pipes noted in 2018 has not progressed. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the chassis for structural rust is essential to ensure the previous under-body corrosion has not compromised the integrity of the frame.