2008 Toyota Yaris 1.4L Diesel · K10 CBB

The vehicle is currently borderline roadworthy. The latest MOT on 2025‑09‑20 at 116,228 mi shows a pass and a fail on the same day, indicating unresolved defects. Brake‑disc wear, an ABS warning lamp, slight play in the rear wheel bearings, noise on the opposite bearing and play in the front steering rack remain flagged. These items have persisted across multiple annual tests, suggesting a stable but deteriorating condition rather than improvement. Mileage progression is steady. From the first recorded test in October 2017 at 77,111 mi to the most recent entry in September 2025 at 116,228 mi, the car has added roughly 39,117 mi over eight years—about 4,890 mi per year, which aligns with normal usage for an eight‑year‑old vehicle. The annual MOT gaps are consistent, with no extended periods of inactivity that would explain unusually low mileage. The recorded mileage therefore reflects typical wear rather than anomalous under‑use. A buyer should focus on the recurring mechanical weaknesses. The front brake discs show wear and pitting, the ABS system triggers a fault lamp, and both rear wheel bearings exhibit play and noise—components that demand immediate inspection and likely replacement. Steering rack inner‑joint play and worn suspension arm bushes indicate chassis looseness that should be examined for excess movement. Extensive corrosion is evident on rear brake pipes, the axle‑mount structure on both nearside and offside, and the fuel‑filler neck; these areas require thorough visual and structural checks. The broken off‑side front coil spring and the insecure battery noted in earlier tests also merit hands‑on verification. Tyre condition remains a concern, with multiple entries noting tread depths below the legal limit, especially on inner edges. The buyer should inspect all four tyres for uneven wear and replace those that are under‑inflated or damaged. Finally, the history of brake‑pipe corrosion and structural rust suggests that rust‑proof work or corrosion‑control may be necessary, and any work should be documented to prevent future leak or integrity issues.