2004 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · MF54 TWD

The Toyota Yaris passed its most recent MOT on 22 May 2026 at 109,968 miles, leaving it roadworthy with a cluster of minor advisories. The maintenance trend is broadly stable rather than worsening. Corrosion on front brake pipes and worn anti-roll bar bushes persist, yet no new failure points emerged across the 2024 to 2026 tests. The May 2025 failure on exhaust lambda emissions was rectified the same day, indicating the previous owner addressed the fault promptly. At roughly 4,999 miles per year, the 2004 car shows low use for its age. The record traces a gentle climb: 104,841 miles in May 2023, 106,482 in May 2024, 108,203 in May 2025, and 109,968 in May 2026. No gaps or sudden accumulation appear. Low annual mileage paired with the 2023 note of slight underbody corrosion and a corroded offside front strut tower suggests the vehicle spent periods standing, allowing surface rust to develop despite light running. Recurring front brake pipe corrosion to the brake hoses appears in every test from 2025 through 2026, and the offside front hose now shows slight deterioration. A buyer should physically inspect those pipes for pitting and check the hose condition. Front anti-roll bar linkage pins and bushes have worn since 2023 but remain within tolerance; expect replacement soon. Rear coil springs corroded in 2025 yet drew no comment in 2026, so verify they are intact. The front exhaust minor gas leak noted in 2025 and 2026 points to a tired manifold or joint. The tester flagged a deteriorated front number plate across three years, implying cosmetic neglect rather than mechanical risk. Structural rigidity held at the 2023 strut tower corrosion, but underbody rust warrants a ramp inspection before purchase.