2006 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · FH06 YHT

The 2006 Toyota Yaris presents a stable mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 21 May 2024 at 138,634 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trajectory shows no worsening or recurring mechanical faults, indicating the vehicle currently meets all required roadworthiness standards without any advisories. This consistent pass rate suggests the drivetrain, braking system, and structural integrity remain sound for a vehicle of this age. Accumulating 138,634 miles over twenty years yields an average annual mileage of roughly 6,932 miles, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a supermini. The recorded intervals show steady, incremental use: 126,227 miles in May 2022, 132,456 miles in May 2023, and 138,634 miles in May 2024. This equates to approximately 6,200 miles per year, ruling out periods of prolonged standing or excessively high-mileage accumulation that would accelerate wear on suspension bushes, brake discs, and drivetrain components. Although the official record shows no defects, the MOT history contains two anomalies worth noting: identical test dates in May 2022 and May 2023 where the car failed and passed at the exact same mileage with no defects listed. This pattern typically indicates a procedural retest or an administrative data entry quirk rather than a mechanical failure, but a buyer should verify the vehicle's structural integrity and corrosion status in person. Inspect the sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points for rust, as a 2006 Yaris of this mileage remains susceptible to corrosion despite its clean bill of health. Check the condition of the coil springs, brake calipers for binding, and exhaust emissions to ensure the lack of recorded defects translates to actual mechanical soundness.