2009 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · LR09 PZB

A consistently clean DVSA roadworthiness record defines this 2009 Toyota Yaris, with five consecutive passes stretching back to 2023 and no advisories or defects recorded across any of the tests. The single anomaly is the duplicate entry on 11 March 2026, where a failure with no defects listed was logged on the same date as a pass; this typically indicates an administrative or retest correction rather than a genuine mechanical rejection, particularly given the absence of any defect details that would normally accompany a fail entry. With the most recent test on 11 March 2026 confirming a clean pass and no advisories issued, the braking, exhaust, lighting, suspension, and structural integrity categories have all been verified as sound at the time of inspection. The overall trend is one of stable mechanical condition with no deterioration pattern visible across the testing history. Annual mileage accumulation on this Yaris averages around 6,273 miles per year over its seventeen-year life, which is broadly consistent with typical usage for a small petrol hatchback of this vintage and falls comfortably within the expected band. There are no significant gaps in MOT testing history that would suggest prolonged periods off the road with the associated risks of seized brakes, perished rubber components, or stagnant brake fluid, and the regular annual cadence of tests through 2023, 2024, 2025, and into 2026 indicates continuous use. At 106,640 recorded miles, the vehicle sits in a zone where mechanical sympathy components such as suspension bushes, engine mounts, and exhaust hangers are beginning to show their age, but there is no mileage spike or unusual accumulation pattern that would point to harsh driving or towing abuse. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there is no specific component flagged for imminent attention, but the inspection should focus on the areas most prone to wear on a high-mileage Yaris of this generation. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn lower arm bushes or anti-roll bar link deterioration, and pay particular attention to the rear beam axle bushes for any complaint of rear instability or wandering. Check for brake judder or vibration through the steering wheel under firm application, suggesting front disc warping, and confirm the handbrake holds the vehicle on an incline without excessive travel, as rear drum adjusters and cables are common service items. Inspect the underside for any signs of oil misting from the engine or gearbox seals, exhaust box corrosion or blowing joints, and examine the inner and outer sills plus rear wheel arches for any rust bubbling, as Toyota Yaris corrosion in these areas is well documented even on otherwise well-maintained examples. Given the clean test record, a thorough pre-purchase inspection should still include a compression test or at minimum a careful listen for timing chain rattle on cold start, as the 1.0 and 1.3 petrol units fitted to this generation are known for chain tensioner wear at higher mileages. Verify that all dashboard warning lamps extinguish promptly after ignition, confirm the cooling system holds pressure with no signs of weepage from the radiator or thermostat housing, and check that the clutch operates smoothly without slipping or judder, as clutch replacement at this mileage band is routine. The clean MOT history provides genuine reassurance, but a 106,000-mile Yaris warrants the usual mechanical sympathy checks that any used car of this age and mileage demands, and the predictable Toyota engineering should ensure that addressing any minor wear items found will keep the vehicle in sound roadworthy condition for the foreseeable future.