2007 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · LD57 ACF

The vehicle is presently roadworthy, having passed the 11 March 2026 MOT at 42,974 miles with only a minor headlamp‑lens defect recorded. Earlier failures in February 2025 (off‑side front brake binding, inadequate washer fluid and headlamp aim) and February 2024 (defective wiper blade, severe headlamp‑lens product, tyre cracking and under‑body corrosion) have not recurred, indicating that recent maintenance has remedied the most serious deficiencies and that the overall trend is now improving. Mileage has risen from 22,555 miles in August 2015 to 42,974 miles in March 2026, an average of roughly 2,300 miles per year. The increase is gradual, with no abrupt spikes between tests; the longest interval without a recorded increase is the twelve‑month gap between the 2022‑08‑16 test at 40,527 miles and the 2023‑03‑16 test at 41,886 miles, which still reflects modest use. Such low annual mileage suggests light duty rather than high‑stress operation, and the record shows no periods of rapid accumulation that would accelerate wear on major components. A prospective buyer should focus on the brake system, tyre condition and lighting assemblies. Verify that the rear service brakes are fully adjusted and that the front brakes are free of binding, as the 2025‑02‑20 failure highlighted a near‑miss on rear brake performance. Inspect all four tyres for cracking, sidewall deterioration or embedded objects, given recurring tyre‑damage advisories from 2015 through 2024. Examine the headlamp lenses for haze or product build‑up and confirm correct aim, especially on the off‑side unit flagged in 2025. Check the under‑body for any progression of corrosion noted in 2024, and assess the shock absorber casings for external damage that was first observed in 2022. Finally, confirm that the rear exhaust leak reported in 2022 has been repaired and that the brake pipe corrosion noted in 2019 has not worsened. Addressing these items will provide a clear picture of the car’s current mechanical health.