2002 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · FY02 EWV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its latest MOT on 13 April 2026 at 76 670 miles with no recorded defects. This follows a failure just two days earlier on 11 April 2026 at the same mileage, where the front windscreen wiper, both front headlamp aims, front brake pads down to the wear indicator and the brake lever showed abnormal movement. The rapid correction of those faults suggests recent remedial work, yet the brake system and lighting have been problem‑prone, indicating a maintenance trend that is stabilising after a period of recurring issues. Mileage accumulation has been modest, averaging roughly 3 200 miles per year over the car’s 24‑year life, which is low for its age and points to light usage or extended periods of inactivity. Test intervals have been fairly regular, with entries from 2014 through 2026, but the most recent pair of tests within a two‑day window highlights a concentrated effort to address identified faults rather than a steady, progressive wear pattern. Earlier records show isolated failures in 2019 (anti‑roll bar linkage and exhaust lambda), 2022 (drive‑shaft CV boot), and 2023 (rear tyre damage, rear shock fluid leak, bumper mounting corrosion), none of which have recurred in the latest pass. A prospective buyer should inspect the front brake pads and lever operation for proper travel and wear, verify that both headlamps are correctly aimed and free of lens contamination, and test the windscreen wiper action. The rear shock absorbers must be examined for fluid leaks, tyres for uneven wear or edge damage, and the suspension for corrosion on bumper mountings and integrity of the anti‑roll bar linkage. The drive‑shaft CV boot should be checked for deterioration, and the exhaust system, particularly the lambda sensor, inspected for proper readings. These components have featured repeatedly in the MOT history and merit hands‑on verification before purchase.