2002 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · DG02 AYB

This 2002 Toyota Yaris demonstrates a surprisingly robust roadworthiness status, anchored by a completely clean pass on 21 July 2025 at 103,051 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend is exceptionally stable, showing a clear pattern of clean test sheets following administrative test failures on consecutive years in July 2023 and July 2024 where the vehicle initially failed before passing on the same or following day without documented advisories. This unusual testing cadence points toward minor rectifications such as bulb failures or paperwork oversights rather than systemic mechanical neglect. The recorded mileage of 103,051 miles over twenty-four years translates to an annual average of approximately 4,294 miles, classifying this hatchback as a very low-mileage example for its age. The chronological data reveals consistent, modest usage patterns, with the car covering 2,863 miles between July 2023 and July 2024, followed by another 1,921 miles leading up to the most recent test in July 2025. This steady, low-intensity accumulation suggests the vehicle spent prolonged periods parked or undertook exclusively short urban journeys, which often protects drivetrain longevity while accelerating the wear of exhaust components and brake friction surfaces through moisture retention. A physical inspection must prioritise the underbody structural integrity and suspension components, as low-mileage older Toyotas frequently develop hidden corrosion on the sills, subframes, and brake lines due to lack of heat cycles and regular wet-weather use. Check the operation of the manual transmission clutch and inspect the rubber suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing or degradation from age rather than heavy mileage. Verify that the braking system operates smoothly without binding calipers, given that light urban braking can cause sliders to seize if periodic maintenance is overlooked.