2009 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · DF09 BGU

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive preventative care. The most recent test in August 2025 at 48,725 miles identified a non-functional central stop lamp and corroded rear coil springs on both sides. While the car passed, the presence of advanced structural corrosion on suspension components suggests that the vehicle is beginning to show signs of age-related degradation despite its low total travel. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 48,725 miles represents a low average of approximately 2,866 miles per year. This low-use profile often leads to accelerated aging of rubber-based components which is clearly evident in the record. Between July 2022 and July 2023, the tester repeatedly flagged rear tyres for perishing and cracking despite a gap of only 6,600 miles. This pattern suggests the vehicle likely sits for long periods, causing the tyre rubber to dry out and fail regardless of remaining tread depth. A buyer must inspect the rear suspension system closely, as the corroded coil springs flagged in 2025 are prone to sudden failure. The braking system shows a history of wear, with thin pads in 2023 and pitted front discs in 2024, indicating that components are only replaced once they reach a failure threshold. Given the low mileage, an inspection should also check for seized brake calipers and perished rubber bushings throughout the chassis and chassis, as these are the primary points of failure for a Toyota of this age that is infrequently used.