2008 Toyota Yaris 1.4L Diesel · NH57 OXN

The vehicle shows a clear trend of accelerating corrosion across the braking and suspension systems. In the most recent test on October 2025 at 182,189 miles, the tester identified corrosion on both front and rear coil springs, alongside worn rear sub-frame pins and bushes. More critically, both front and rear brake pipes were flagged as corroded and obscured by grease, a recurring issue previously noted in 2024 and 2023. While the car passed the test, the progression of rust on multiple critical points suggests that the vehicle is reaching a stage where structural and mechanical integrity may require significant investment. At 182,189 miles over eighteen years, the Yaris has averaged approximately 10,122 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for its age. However, the record reveals a pattern of neglecting basic consumable maintenance. The October 2024 failure at 165,898 miles was due to tyres and tyres having tread depths below the legal 1.6mm limit on multiple surfaces. This indicates that the previous owner only addressed faults when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing proactive maintenance. A prospective buyer should be concerned about the persistent corrosion on the brake lines. The presence of grease on these pipes often indicates an attempt to hide rust or mask past damage, making deep-seated corrosion difficult to assess visually. The degradation of the coil springs and sub-frame components indicates that the underbody is suffering from significant environmental wear. Given the high mileage and the nature of the reported faults, a thorough physical inspection of the subframe integrity and the condition of all hydraulic brake lines is essential to ensure the vehicle is not beyond economical repair.