2008 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · CX08 YAW

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of accelerating age-related degradation requiring reactive repairs. The most recent test in June 2025 at 151,013 miles identified a non-excessive oil leak and corroded rear coil springs on both sides. While the car passes consistently, the recurring nature of structural and mechanical advisories suggests the vehicle is entering a phase where component failure occurs at more frequent intervals due to its age. The mileage pattern is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. Between May 2021 and June 2025, the car covered 29,246 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 7,300 miles per annum during that specific period. This regular use suggests the vehicle has been driven consistently rather than left sitting for long periods, which explains the gradual wear of rubber components and the accumulation of surface corrosion noted in the records. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the underbody to assess the progression of corrosion. The record notes corroded rear brake pipes in 2022 and 2023, alongside general age-related corrosion to the structure and suspension. The 2025 failure for corroded rear coil springs confirms that the suspension components are actively failing. The buyer should also verify the offside front shock absorber, which showed oil misting in 2023, and ensure the drive shaft CV boot replaced in 2023 has not begun to tear again.