2005 Toyota Yaris 1.4L Diesel · FT05 EBJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent pattern of structural corrosion and component wear. The most recent test in July 2025 at 106,401 miles passed without new advisories, yet it carried forward concerns regarding corroded suspension mounting areas from previous years. While the car currently meets the minimum requirements, the presence of ongoing corrosion suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase where age-related degradation may outpace mechanical wear. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 106,401 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage, with only 1,829 miles covered between the July 2024 and July 2025 tests. This low mileage often explains the presence of pitted brake discs and corrosion on the underbody, as components that are used infrequently are more prone to surface rust and seizing than those on high-mileage vehicles. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension mounting areas. The tester has consistently flagged corrosion on the nearside and offside rear suspension mountings since 2022. While these were not deemed excessive relative to the sill in 2025, the recurring nature indicates the structural integrity is slowly compromising. The buyer should also verify the offside front braking assembly, which has shown a history of binding and disc wear since at least 2023, and ensure the brake pipe repair following the July 2024 failure was properly executed and remains leak-free.