2006 Toyota Yaris 1.4L Diesel · ET06 UKD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive approach rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in September 2025 at 92,910 miles passed immediately after a failure just three days prior for a fractured offside front coil spring, multiple lighting defects, and a deteriorated registration plate. While the immediate faults were rectified, the presence of a broken structural component like a coil spring suggests that mechanical issues are only addressed when they trigger a test failure. At 20 years old, the recorded 92,910 miles represent low annual usage, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between January 2022 at 68,126 miles and January 2023 at 81,736 miles, where the vehicle covered over 13,000 miles in a single year. Since then, usage has slowed again, with only 11,000 miles covered over the last two years. This intermittent mileage often leads to rubber degradation and component seizing despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the suspension system for signs of further corrosion, as the previous fractured spring indicates the vehicle may be exposed to harsh road salts. The brake history shows front discs were noted as worn in 2023; a physical check of pad thickness and rotor condition is necessary to ensure they are not nearing replacement. Given the history of worn tyres and sidewall damage in 2023, a thorough evaluation of the current rubber age and tread is essential to ensure the low mileage has not neglected basic safety-critical consumables.