IsItAGoodCar
Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid
Road Tax Paid

2005 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · LR05 VXM

LR05 VXM

2005 Toyota Yaris (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 78,043 miles. MOT valid until 14 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.

Make & Model
TOYOTA YARIS
Year / Origin
2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 14 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
Recorded Mileage
78,043 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 14 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2005
Engine
998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the recent MOT history. The most recent test conducted on March 11, 2026 at 78,043 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety standards. This follows a period of consistent performance where the only failure recorded in February 2025 was immediately rectified after just three miles of travel, suggesting the current owner is proactive in addressing defects once they are flagged by testers. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,716 miles per year. Between February 2023 and March 2026, the car covered 14,202 miles, maintaining a consistent usage rate of roughly 4,600 miles annually. This low annual mileage typically reduces the mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, low-mileage vehicles of this age can sometimes suffer from degradation of rubber components or the seizing of brake components if the car sits for long periods without use. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Toyotas are prone to corrosion that may not always trigger a failure until significant. While the record shows no recurring mechanical faults, the low mileage necessitates a close check for perished suspension bushes and degraded brake lines. Given the age of the vehicle, verify the condition of the fluids and the state of the tyres, as age-related cracking often precedes tread-related wear on low-use cars.
Used Car Buyer Alert1 in 3 UK cars has hidden active finance or write-off history

Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.

£20,000 Experian Guarantee· 80+ check points · Instant results

LR05 VXM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2026
  • 78,043 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LR05 VXM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Sept 2026, 01:55
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Toyota Yaris (LR05 VXM) between February 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))”; “Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))”; “Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural ”.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

LR05 VXM Mileage History

  1. 23/02/202363,841 mi
  2. 12/03/202469,247 mi+5,406 mi
  3. 28/02/202573,861 mi+4,614 mi
  4. 28/02/202573,864 mi+3 mi
  5. 11/03/202678,043 mi+4,179 mi

Average of roughly 4,665 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence

Estimate current market value

Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
Experian Provenance Check

Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.

Experian Provenance Data

Vehicle Provenance Investigation

9 Key Registers

Comprehensive register checks across Experian, MIAFTR, Police National Computer, and DVLA records.

CHECK REQUIRED

OUTSTANDING FINANCE

Experian Register

Checks Experian asset registers to identify any active PCP, HP, or loan agreements.

Experian Asset Register: [Query Required]
Agreements & Lender Search: [Check to Reveal]
Experian Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

INSURANCE WRITE-OFF

MIAFTR Register

Checks the UK insurance total loss register for Category A, B, S, or N write-offs.

MIAFTR Insurance Database: [Query Required]
Write-Off Category & Date: [Check to Reveal]
MIAFTR Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

POLICE STOLEN (PNC)

Police PNC

Searches the UK Police National Computer (PNC) for active stolen vehicle reports.

Police National Computer: [Query Required]
Active Stolen Marker Search: [Check to Reveal]
Police Computer:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

SALVAGE & AUCTION

Salvage Registers

Cross-checks major UK salvage databases to identify if this vehicle has ever been listed in a salvage auction.

Salvage Auction Registries: [Query Required]
Trade Auction Disposal Lots: [Check to Reveal]
Salvage Registries:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

IMPORTED RECORD

Import Register

Checks vehicle registration records to verify if this vehicle was imported from abroad.

Import & Prior VRM Register: [Query Required]
Country of Origin Audit: [Check to Reveal]
Import Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

EXPORTED MARKER

Export Register

Checks whether the vehicle has been marked for permanent or temporary export from the UK.

Customs & Export Register: [Query Required]
UK Road Eligibility Marker: [Check to Reveal]
Export Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

SCRAPPED RECORD

Scrappage Register

Validates whether the car has been surrendered or notified as scrapped to an Authorized Treatment Facility.

Scrappage & ATF Register: [Query Required]
Disposal Notification Check: [Check to Reveal]
Scrappage Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

CERTIFICATE OF DESTRUCTION

Statutory CoD

Confirms whether a statutory Certificate of Destruction has been issued against this chassis.

Certificate of Destruction Register: [Query Required]
Statutory Scrapping Decrees: [Check to Reveal]
Destruction Register:QUERY REQUIRED
CHECK REQUIRED

V5C LOGBOOK & KEEPERS

DVLA Master

Audits number of registered keepers and latest V5C logbook issue date.

DVLA Logbook Issue Date: [Query Required]
Previous Keepers Count: [Check to Reveal]
DVLA Keeper Master:QUERY REQUIRED
£20,000 Experian Data Guarantee Included

Avoid an Average £4,200 Loss on Undisclosed Vehicle Risks

Free DVLA records only confirm basic tax and MOT roadworthiness. 1 in 3 UK cars has hidden PCP/HP finance, insurance write-off categories, or unrecorded salvage history. Run the full check across all 9 registers with £20,000 Experian data guarantee protection.

HPI Check
£19.99
Single vehicle check
carVertical
£37.99
Single report
RAC Check
£14.99
Standard history
BEST VALUE
IsItAGoodCar
£8.99
Save over 55%
✓ Instant on-screen report✓ Official PDF emailed✓ £20k Experian Guarantee✓ One-off (no subscription)✓ Apple Pay / Google Pay / Cards

Data provided by Experian