2008 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · GF08 AEN

This Toyota Yaris presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean record of passes over the last three years. The most recent test on 23 September 2025 at 73,676 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the vehicle failed its tests on both 11 September 2024 and 23 September 2025, the lack of recorded defects suggests these were likely administrative errors or minor issues rectified immediately during the same visit. The mileage is exceptionally low for an eighteen year old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,093 miles per year. Between 5 September 2023 and 23 September 2025, the odometer moved only 1,088 miles. This pattern indicates the car has spent significant periods stationary or has been used for very short journeys. Such low usage often leads to specific degradation patterns not always captured in a standard MOT. A buyer should focus on components that perish due to age rather than wear. Check for perished rubber suspension bushes, cracked tyre sidewalls, and potential brake caliper seizure or binding, as low-mileage cars often suffer from stagnant brake fluid and surface corrosion on discs. Inspect the underside for structural corrosion, particularly on the sills and chassis rails, as the MOT history provides no data on advisories that might signal early oxidation. Verify the battery health and oil condition. Long periods of inactivity can lead to premature battery failure and moisture buildup in the engine oil. Given the lack of reported mechanical faults in the DVSA record, the primary risk is the effect of standing time rather than active mechanical wear.