2005 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · LS55 LKV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a notably clean maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 4 November 2025 at 81,722 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a period of consistent passes in 2024 and 2022. Although the car failed its test on 2 November 2023, the immediate pass on the same day indicates the owner was proactive in rectifying identified faults to maintain legal roadworthiness. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,900 miles per year. Between October 2024 and November 2025, the car covered only 2,112 miles, suggesting infrequent use or short-distance trips over long periods. This low usage generally implies less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine compared to high-mileage examples. However, such low mileage over over two decades can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and perished hoses, which are not always captured by a standard MOT emissions test. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of age-related decay rather than mileage-related wear. Given the car likely sat for long intervals, inspect the structural integrity for corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, where moisture tends to settle. Examine the brake discs for surface pitting or seized calipers, as infrequent use can cause components to lock up. Additionally, check the age of the tyres for sidew rot, as low tread depth often masks the chemical breakdown of the rubber over two decades.