2005 Toyota Yaris 1.4L Diesel · FP55 KCC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last four years. The most recent MOT test on 8 May 2024 at 151,047 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a technical failure just two miles prior on the same day. This anomaly suggests a minor administrative or sensor issue that was rectified immediately, as the overall mechanical condition has maintained a clean standard throughout the testing period. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. Between May 2021 and May 2024, the car covered 17,668 miles, representing a steady usage pattern of roughly 5,800 miles annually. This regular interval of use is generally beneficial for older vehicles of this age as it prevents seals from drying out and avoids the corrosion associated with long periods of standing. The lack of advisories across multiple tests indicates that the previous owners likely stayed proactive with maintenance of consumable components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the common wear points for this generation of Yaris that the MOT does not capture. While the record is clean, the age of the vehicle necessitates a close look at structural integrity along the sills and rear wheel arches where rust often begins to manifest. Inspect the rubber condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as these components degrade over 150,000 miles regardless of a clean MOT history. Checking the brake lines for signs of perished rubber will also ensure the hydraulic system remains as reliable as the test results suggest.