2009 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · CY09 EYW

The Toyota Yaris in question demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend over the past five years, with the most recent MOT test on 10 June 2025 confirming no defects and a clean pass. The absence of advisories or recurring failures across all five tests—including the 2022 retest following an initial failure—indicates the vehicle has remained within legal and functional limits for its age. However, the 2022 failure without recorded defects is unusual, as the retest two weeks later passed without explanation, suggesting either a minor oversight or a non-recurring issue. Buyers should verify whether the 2022 failure was procedural (e.g., administrative) or mechanical, as no further details are provided. The recorded mileage of 100,534 miles over 17 years—approximately 5,914 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, particularly given the Yaris’s typical usage patterns. The gap between the 2022 failure and the 2023 pass (11 months) and the consistent annual testing intervals suggest periods of inactivity rather than heavy use. While low mileage generally correlates with reduced wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain components, prolonged standing can accelerate corrosion in wheel arches, underbody, and wheel bearings. The lack of advisories on rust or structural integrity in recent tests does not preclude hidden deterioration, especially in areas like the sills or subframe mounts. Given the clean MOT history, an in-person inspection should prioritise suspension components—particularly the rear suspension geometry and front/rear bushes—for excessive play or cracking, as these are common wear items at this mileage. The brakes, while not flagged in tests, warrant scrutiny for uneven wear on discs or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been stationary for extended periods. Tyre condition should be checked for uneven tread wear, which could indicate alignment issues or prolonged underinflation. Finally, inspect the underbody for corrosion around the exhaust system, wheel arches, and wheel bearings, as these are critical failure points in vehicles of this age that may not always surface in MOT tests. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are free from deterioration.