2007 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · FP07 EEM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a clear trend of worsening condition rather than a stable one. The most recent test on 2025-08-21 at 110,855 miles failed on the inner both sills and rear suspension, with the suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened. This failure occurred shortly after the previous test on 2025-08-21, suggesting that the wear rate has accelerated in the last year or two. The failure at this specific point is likely a result of the accelerated corrosion on the suspension bushings and springs, which have deteriorated significantly since the initial pass in 2025. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has maintained 110,855 miles since 2025-08-21, averaging approximately 5,834 miles per year. This is low for a 2007 model, which typically requires around 6,000–7,000 miles per year for light use, indicating that the vehicle has been driven less frequently than average or has been stationary for extended periods. The low mileage does not suggest a lack of wear; rather, it suggests that the vehicle has been used for a long time or that its consumption of consumables has been minimal, which is common for older, less frequently used cars. Given the recurring faults in the braking system and suspension components, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for binding rear brakes, worn suspension bushes, and structural corrosion on the inner both sills and rear suspension. While the suspension is not seriously weakened, the recurring failure to pass a MOT on the inner both sills and rear suspension component indicates that the structural integrity of the rear axle and suspension linkage is at risk. The lack of a recent MOT test in 2024, occurring only once, further suggests that the vehicle has not undergone a full safety check since the previous failure in 2025, leaving the braking system vulnerable to further wear or failure.