2008 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · DS08 FZP

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass in its most recent test on 9 July 2025 at 128,817 miles. While the history shows an improving trend in mechanical compliance, the vehicle recently transitioned from repeated failures to consecutive passes without recorded defects. The lack of advisories in the latest two tests suggests that any previous mechanical or safety issues were addressed, and the car currently meets minimum legal standards. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,156 miles per year. Between July 2023 and July 2024, the car covered 10,778 miles, followed by only 3,551 miles prior to the July 2025 test. This significant drop in usage over the final year indicates a period of lighter driving, which can reduce wear on the drivetrain and brake components, though long periods of low mileage use can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber components and suspension bushings. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the specific components that caused the failures in 2023 and 2024, as the provided record does not detail the exact nature of those rejections. Given the vehicle's age, it is vital to check for structural corrosion on the sills and rear suspension mounting points where Toyota models of this era often develop rust. Inspect the shock absorbers for leaks and examine the brake discs for uneven wear to ensure that the recent clean MOT records reflect genuine mechanical health rather than temporary fixes.