2009 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · LE55 ACR

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing results. The most recent MOT test conducted in January 2026 at 74,494 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure was noted in early January 2025, the immediate pass on the same day at the same mileage suggests the owner was proactive in addressing identified faults rather than allowing mechanical issues to persist. The mileage pattern is notably low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,382 miles per year. Between January 2023 and January 2026, the car covered 10,362 miles, showing a steady and modest usage rate of roughly 3,400 miles annually recently. This low mileage typically implies less mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain compared to average examples, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components or brake corrosion which the MOT test does not always capture. Given the clean nature of the recent records, a buyer should focus on age-related degradation rather than high-mileage wear. Inspect the chassis for structural rust corrosion, particularly along the sills and wheel arches, which are common failure points on older Toyaris models. The low usage also necessitates checking the suspension bushes for cracking and ensuring the tyres have not perished or developed glazing despite having sufficient depth. Checking the brake discs for pitting is also advisable, as vehicles used infrequently often suffer from surface rust on the braking components.