2021 Toyota GR Yaris 4WD 1.6L Petrol · RS08 MAR

The 2021 Toyota GR Yaris presents a stable and improving mechanical picture based on its MOT record. The most recent test on 5 June 2026 at 25,281 miles passed cleanly with zero defects, a marked improvement over the previous two inspections. This suggests any minor issues identified in 2025 have been addressed, and the car currently meets all DVSA safety and emissions standards without concern. The mileage profile is notably low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,056 miles per year. The 3,908-mile jump between 14 May 2025 and 5 June 2026 indicates a recent uptick in use after what appears to be a period of lighter running between 2024 and early 2025, when only 3,216 miles were covered across the full preceding twelve months. This pattern is consistent with a car that may have spent extended periods stationary, which can introduce its own concerns around tyre flat-spotting, brake surface corrosion, and stale fuel. The only recorded defect in the entire history appeared at the May 2025 test, when the tester flagged a rear inner brake disc as worn, pitted, or scored but not seriously weakened. The subsequent clean pass in June 2026 implies the disc was either replaced or machined, though a buyer should still inspect the rear braking assembly in person. Surface pitting on discs often points to pad bedding issues or prolonged standing, and given the car's low annual mileage, it is worth checking whether the rear calipers are operating freely and whether the handbrake mechanism on this four-wheel-drive model is binding or sticking. Beyond the brakes, the low-mileage profile warrants a close look at tyre condition, suspension bushes, and underbody corrosion. Cars that sit for long periods can develop uneven tyre wear, dried-out rubber bushes, and surface rust on exposed chassis components, even if the structure remains sound. A thorough inspection of the subframes, jacking points, and exhaust system for early corrosion would be prudent, particularly given the GR Yaris's performance intent and the potential for spirited use despite the modest recorded mileage.