2004 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · CW53 KLX

The vehicle's current roadworthiness is compromised by a persistent pattern of maintenance failures that has not resolved, indicating a lack of proactive upkeep and a potential for accelerated deterioration. The most recent MOT test on 2023-09-28 was passed with 93,031 miles, but the subsequent failures on 2023-09-27 and 2022-10-10 demonstrate a clear downward trend in performance, suggesting that the vehicle has not been maintained in a way that would sustain its current condition. This rapid decline in reliability over the past two years points to a lack of regular servicing, where consumables were likely replaced without addressing underlying wear or structural integrity issues. The mileage history shows a significant gap between the last successful test and the current date, with the vehicle aged to approximately 22 years old while maintaining only 93,031 miles. This aging while maintaining low mileage suggests that the owner may have been using the car lightly or that the vehicle has been stationary for extended periods, which can lead to accelerated degradation of suspension components, brake pads, and wheel bearings. The absence of a gap between the last MOT and the current date means that the vehicle is still in the process of aging, and any future inspections will likely reveal more severe issues if the current maintenance pattern continues. Given the recurring faults, particularly the binding brakes, uneven wear on the rear suspension, and severe deterioration of suspension components, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to assess the condition of the brake system, suspension bushings, and ball joints. The binding brakes and uneven wear on the rear suspension suggest that the vehicle may require immediate adjustment or repair to prevent further damage. The severe deterioration of the ball joint dust cover and the worn anti-roll bar bushings indicate that these components are likely to fail soon, necessitating a thorough inspection of the steering and suspension linkage to ensure structural integrity before the vehicle is sold.