2002 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · MM02 DNO

The 2002 Toyota Yaris has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across all five tests, including the most recent examination on 2025-07-23. The vehicle passed both the primary and supplementary tests on that date, suggesting no unresolved mechanical issues at the time of testing. However, the duplicate entries for the 2025 test—one pass and one fail—indicate administrative confusion rather than technical failure, as both tests were conducted at the same mileage. This pattern implies a lack of recurring faults, but the repeated testing raises questions about whether the vehicle was subjected to unnecessary scrutiny or if there was a delay in resolving minor administrative discrepancies. The recorded mileage of 108,418 miles over 24 years—approximately 4,517 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, suggesting either minimal usage or prolonged periods of inactivity. The mileage increments between tests are consistent: around 3,650 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and 4,391 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests. There are no gaps indicating extended periods of non-use, nor are there spikes that would suggest aggressive driving. While low mileage generally correlates with reduced wear on high-stress components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers, it also raises the possibility of deferred maintenance due to infrequent driving. Given the absence of defects in the MOT history, a prospective buyer should focus their inspection on areas commonly overlooked in low-mileage vehicles. The suspension—particularly the rear coil springs and bushes—should be examined for signs of fatigue or dry rot, as these components can degrade even without heavy use. The brake system, including caliper binding, disc warping, and master cylinder leaks, warrants thorough checking, as brake fluid can degrade over time even with minimal driving. Structural integrity, especially around the wheel arches and sills, should be assessed for corrosion, as prolonged standing can accelerate rust formation. Additionally, the exhaust system’s integrity should be verified, as catalytic converter efficiency and muffler seals can deteriorate without regular movement. Tyre tread depth and lateral wear patterns, though not MOT-failed here, should be confirmed as recent, given the vehicle’s age.