2005 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · DD52 CAL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a sudden shift toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed its latest test on June 3 2026 at 57,486 miles, it failed just one day prior. This failure revealed multiple issues including a rough offside rear wheel bearing, a missing rear wiper arm, and a corroded central exhaust box. This suggests that while the car maintained a clean record for several years, mechanical components are now reaching the end of their operational life simultaneously. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,737 miles per year. The data shows significant periods of low use, for example, only 615 miles recorded between the July 2024 and June 2025 tests, and just 5,093 miles covered in the final year of ownership. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods of standing often lead to the degradation of rubber components, seized brakes, and accelerated corrosion, which aligns with the exhaust failure noted in the recent test. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the underbody, as general corrosion was noted as early as 2023. The buyer should examine the front anti-roll bar bushes and the entire exhaust system to ensure the rust has not progressed beyond the surface level. Given the recent wheel bearing failure and the high handbrake lever mentioned in the June 2026 failure, the braking mechanism and wheel assemblies require a thorough check to ensure no further binding calipers or perished seals have resulted from the low-mileage pattern.