2009 Toyota IQ 1.0L Petrol · DN08 OND

The 2009 Toyota IQ presents a stable and reassuring roadworthiness profile based on its DVSA MOT record. The most recent test, conducted on 9 June 2025 at 80,108 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This clean result is consistent with the broader pattern: the vehicle has passed every recorded MOT since at least February 2023, with no advisories or failures noted across multiple consecutive tests. The maintenance trend is firmly stable, indicating that the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical order with no emerging or recurring faults. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of light, steady use. Between the February 2023 test at 67,964 miles and the June 2025 test at 80,108 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 12,144 miles over roughly two years and four months, equating to around 5,300 miles per year in that period. This is slightly above the lifetime average of approximately 4,712 miles per year but still well below the UK national average of roughly 7,000 to 8,000 miles annually. The gap between the April 2022 and February 2023 tests shows a modest 5,509-mile increase over ten months, suggesting consistent rather than sporadic use. There are no suspicious mileage gaps or sudden jumps that would raise concern about the vehicle having been laid up for extended periods or subjected to extreme short-term wear. Despite the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should carry out a thorough physical inspection focused on areas that MOT tests do not fully stress-test. The IQ's compact platform and light usage profile mean that suspension components, including front lower arm bushes, anti-roll bar links, and rear beam bushes, may have deteriorated from age rather than mileage. Underbody corrosion deserves close attention, particularly around the sills, subframes, and exhaust mounting points, as the vehicle's age of seventeen years places it well within the risk window for structural rust even on low-mileage examples. Brake calipers and discs should be inspected for uneven wear or binding, since short-trip, low-mileage use can cause corrosion buildup on braking surfaces that intermittent MOT sampling may not capture. Tyre condition, including sidewall perishing and tread depth across all four corners, warrants a close look, as tyres on lightly used vehicles frequently age out before they wear out. The engine and transmission should be assessed for smooth operation under load, paying particular attention to clutch engagement and any unusual noises from the drivetrain during a test drive.