2007 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · CV07 PCO

The 2007 Toyota Yaris presents a stable mechanical condition, culminating in a clean pass on 20 May 2025 at 98,856 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears consistent rather than deteriorating, though the record shows two prior failures on 16 May 2025 and 20 November 2024. Both failures list no specific defects, indicating the vehicle likely presented with an administrative or procedural issue preventing a complete test rather than a sudden mechanical collapse. A clean pass following these events suggests the underlying structural integrity and mechanical systems remain sound. However, with the current date being 7 July 2026, the MOT certificate expired on 19 May 2026, meaning a fresh assessment is now legally required to confirm its ongoing roadworthiness. The recorded mileage of 98,856 miles equates to roughly 5,200 miles annually, a notably low figure for a 19-year-old vehicle. The usage pattern reveals distinct phases of activity. Between the January 2023 test at 85,852 miles and the November 2023 test at 93,463 miles, the car covered 7,611 miles in ten months. Usage then slowed, accumulating 5,264 miles over the following year leading to the November 2024 test at 98,727 miles. A mere 129 miles were added between the November 2024 failure and the May 2025 pass, pointing to prolonged stationary periods or very limited local use recently. Despite the absence of recorded defects or advisories, a buyer must physically inspect components prone to degradation from low mileage and age rather than wear. Extended stationary periods can cause suspension bushes to perish and brake discs to surface corrode. The tyres will likely display date codes indicating older rubber, risking sidewall cracking regardless of tread depth. Examine the exhaust system for corrosion and check the brake calipers for any signs of binding, as infrequent use often leads to seized slide pins. Verify the structural integrity of the underbody, paying close attention to the sills and suspension mounting points for any corrosion that a visual MOT might not have flagged if it remained superficial.