2007 Toyota Yaris 1.4L Diesel · DE57 KDZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of worsening structural and mechanical degradation. While it passed the most recent test in January 2026 at 122,556 miles, this followed a failure for multiple suspension and lighting-related faults. The transition from light misting on shock absorbers in 2024 to a serious leak by early 2025 indicates that suspension components are reaching a stage of terminal failure that requires proactive replacement. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 122,556 miles represents an annual average of approximately 6,450 miles, which is consistent with low-use urban driving. However, the data shows a significant surge of nearly 22,000 miles between March 2024 and January 2026. This rapid accumulation of mileage over a short period has accelerated the wear on rubber components and ball joints, as evidenced by the progression of ball joint play and the exposed tyre cords noted in the February 2025 test. A physical inspection must prioritize the structural integrity of the rear integral body structure. The tester has repeatedly flagged corrosion in this area and on the rear fuel pipes, suggesting that surface rust is transitioning into deeper structural decay. Although the current certificate states rigidity is not significantly reduced, the presence of corroded fuel lines poses a safety risk of leakage and should be inspected for thinning metal or pitting that a tester might miss. The buyer should also scrutinize the front suspension and braking system. The recurring failures of the offside front suspension arm ball joint and the anti-roll bar joints indicate that the steering and stability components are failing systematically. Given the history of corroded nearside rear brake pipes hidden by grease, a thorough check of the entire hydraulic line is necessary to ensure that hidden corrosion does not continue to spread beyond what was visible during the MOT process.