2005 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · FT05 HFR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a persistent pattern of age-related component degradation. The most recent test in February 2026 at 109,384 miles indicates the car passed with advisories for worn anti-roll bar linkages and perishing rear tyres. This represents a progression from the February 2024 failure where the front brake discs and linkages required immediate replacement, suggesting that the current owner is addressing mechanical faults once they reach failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 109,384 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,200 miles per year. The data shows a consistent and slow usage pattern, with only 1,383 miles covered between the February 2025 and February 2026 tests. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, the record confirms that age is contributing more to the degradation of rubber components and metal, as evidenced by the recurring issues with corrosion and tyre perishing across the years. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension mounting points. The MOT history consistently flags corrosion on the front suspension arms and rear inner suspension mounting areas dating back to 2023. While these were not marked as seriously weakened in recent tests, the presence of rust on the inner sills and mounting points suggests the vehicle is prone to ongoing structural vulnerability. The buyer should check for bubbling paint or scaling metal in these areas to ensure corrosion has not progressed beyond manageable levels. The February 2026 advisory for cracking and perishing rear tyres indicates that the rubber is becoming brittle due to age rather than lack of tread. Furthermore, since the anti-roll bar linkages have been flagged as worn in 2023 and 2026, they should be inspected for any play or clunking noises. Given the age of the vehicle, the focus should remain on the state of thebody protection and the extent of the surface corrosion noted in the previous three inspections.