2007 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · JG07 CAM

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT on 12 May 2025 at 95,857 miles, with multiple critical defects indicating a significant and worsening decline in roadworthiness. The failures include fractured coil springs, severe corrosion at critical suspension mountings, binding rear brakes, a non-functional ABS system, and leaking shock absorbers—all of which point to prolonged neglect and escalating mechanical deterioration. This is not a case of isolated failure; the same corrosion issues on the rear suspension mountings were flagged in the prior 2022 test, and now they have progressed to a level that compromises structural integrity. The recorded mileage of 95,857 over 19 years equates to an average of just over 5,000 miles annually, which is low for its age and suggests limited use. However, the gap between the 2022 and 2024 tests is notable—there was no MOT in 2023, meaning the car went 24 months without a test despite accumulating over 6,400 miles in that period. This raises questions about how the vehicle was maintained or stored during that time. The jump from 79,243 miles in April 2022 to 89,903 in April 2024 implies a period of heavier use, possibly after a long lay-up, which may have accelerated wear on components that were already compromised by corrosion and age. A buyer must treat this vehicle as high-risk without immediate, comprehensive remediation. The front and rear suspension mountings are severely corroded and must be inspected for structural weakness—this is not a surface issue but a potential safety-critical failure point. The fractured coil spring and leaking shock absorbers indicate the front and rear suspension systems are beyond repair and require full replacement. The binding rear brakes and failed parking brake suggest the entire rear braking system has been neglected, possibly due to seized calipers or deteriorated hoses. The ABS fault, while not a direct MOT fail on its own, confirms an underlying electronic or hydraulic issue that could impair braking performance under emergency conditions. The repeated lamp failures are minor, but they reflect a broader pattern of deferred maintenance. Any purchase should be contingent on a full mechanical inspection by a specialist familiar with Toyota Yaris corrosion issues from this era.