2008 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · RA08 UPL

The 2008 Toyota Yaris presents an exceptionally clean MOT record. The most recent test, conducted on 14 October 2025 at 116,147 miles, passed with zero defects. The maintenance trend is stable and, by the evidence of the record, improving, as the vehicle has passed its last five consecutive MOTs without a single advisory or failure. This indicates a car that has been consistently well-maintained and presents no known mechanical or structural faults at its current mileage. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent and typical for an eighteen-year-old vehicle. The recorded annual mileage of approximately 6,453 miles suggests regular, steady use rather than prolonged standing or extreme high-mileage abuse. The intervals between tests show a logical progression: 1,810 miles between the May 2024 and October 2025 tests, 5,917 miles between the May 2023 and May 2024 tests, 4,470 miles between the April 2022 and May 2023 tests, and 5,643 miles between the February 2021 and April 2022 tests. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in accumulation that would suggest odometer tampering or extended periods of neglect. The record is clean and complete. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection. The lack of advisories is encouraging, but the vehicle's age means rubber components such as suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and exhaust mounts may be approaching the end of their service life without yet presenting a testable fault. Check the underside for surface corrosion on suspension mounting points, brake lines, and the exhaust system, as these can develop between tests. Inspect tyre condition and tread depth across all four wheels, including the spare, as uneven wear can indicate alignment or suspension geometry issues not severe enough to fail an MOT. Test the brakes under varied conditions, listening for judder or pulling that could indicate warped discs or binding calipers. Examine the bodywork for stone chips, localised rust, or previous panel repairs that could compromise long-term structural integrity. Given the clean record, the primary risk is not hidden catastrophic failure but the gradual onset of age-related wear that the next owner will need to budget for. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic remains advisable before committing.