2008 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · EK08 KSV
2008 Toyota Yaris (1.3L, petrol). First registered 10 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 162,646 miles. MOT valid until 02 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,646 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EK08 KSV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/04/2026
- 162,646 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EK08 KSV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Toyota Yaris (EK08 KSV) between May 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
EK08 KSV Mileage History
- 04/05/2023151,265 mi
- 25/04/2024154,349 mi+3,084 mi
- 25/04/2024154,349 mi
- 07/04/2025159,124 mi+4,775 mi
- 27/04/2026162,646 mi+3,522 mi
Average of roughly 3,817 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Yaris Mk2
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- MMT Gearbox Actuator FailureSerious
The automated manual (MMT) gearbox can suffer actuator and ECU faults, leaving the car stuck in neutral or unable to select gears - a known weak point on Mk2 Yaris automated models that often requires specialist repair.
- Water Pump LeakModerate
The water pump on the 1.0 and 1.33 petrol engines is a known failure point, often showing as pink crusty coolant residue around the pump and a dropping coolant level; left unchecked it can cause overheating.
- Rear Speed Sensor CorrosionModerate
The speed sensors in the rear wheel bearings are prone to corrosion, triggering ABS warnings.
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