2009 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · FG59 JFN

The 2009 Toyota Yaris presents a stable and largely unblemished maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 27 February 2026 at 97,810 miles. The preceding test on 9 February 2026 recorded a failure at 97,791 miles, yet notably registered zero defects. This anomaly typically indicates an administrative refusal or an aborted inspection rather than a mechanical fault, as a genuine failure requires a recorded defect. The vehicle has consistently passed its MOTs without advisories or failures since at least November 2022, demonstrating a reliable mechanical baseline. The mileage accumulation aligns precisely with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 5,754 miles per year, which is exceptionally low. Between the November 2022 test at 85,481 miles and the June 2023 test at 91,789 miles, the Yaris covered 6,308 miles in just over six months, indicating a brief period of heavier use. Since then, the annual mileage has dropped significantly, with only 1,326 miles accrued between May 2024 and February 2026. Such low annual usage implies prolonged periods of standing, which demands careful inspection of perishable components like rubber seals and tyres, despite the low mileage. Although the MOT record shows no recurring mechanical or structural defects, the vehicle's age and low-mileage profile necessitate a thorough physical inspection. A buyer should scrutinize the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking and date codes, as rubber perishes with age rather than mileage. Suspension bushes and exhaust mountings require close examination for perishing, while brake discs and calipers must be checked for surface corrosion that can cause binding after extended stationary periods. The underbody and sills should be inspected for any signs of structural rust, ensuring the low mileage has not masked any long-term corrosion issues.