2005 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · RE05 RXR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While it passed its recent July 2025 test at 99,935 miles, it had failed just four miles prior due to multiple safety-related defects. The history shows a pattern of addressing faults only after a failure has occurred, suggesting that components are being replaced once they reach the point of legal failure. At 21 years old with 99,935 miles, the car has an exceptionally low mileage for its age, averaging approximately 4,760 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant gap in usage, with over 5,000 miles covered between October 2022 and September 2023. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine, long periods of inactivity can lead to the deterioration of rubber-based components and braking systems, which is consistent with the deteriorated brake hoses noted in the recent records. A prospective buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the anti-roll bar linkages and bushes have been flagged as worn in three consecutive MOT tests over two years. It is also critical to verify the condition of the braking system; the offside front brake hose was found to be excessively deteriorated, and rear brakes were imbalanced as of 2025. Given the history of cloudy headlamp lenses and failed bulbs, the overall condition of the lighting units and rubber seals should be scrutinized to ensure they are not degrading due to age.