2007 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · SA57 WXG

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a history of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in February 2024 at 80,916 miles, this followed a significant failure just three weeks prior at 80,742 miles. The trend shows a vehicle that is only brought up to standard when forced by an inspection failure. The current MOT is now over two years out of date, meaning the state of the mechanical and safety-critical components has remained unverified for a considerable period. At 80,916 miles, the Yaris has clocked low mileage for its nineteen years, averaging approximately 4,200 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant gap in records between November 2021 and January 2023, where the car covered only 8,400 miles. This low-use pattern correlates with the recurring degradation of rubber components and perishables, such as the perished tyres and deteriorated CV boots. The record suggests the vehicle likely sits for long periods, which often accelerates corrosion-related issues rather than mileage-related mechanical wear. A buyer must scrutinise the structural integrity of the front sub-frame and the nearside rear outer sill, as both have been flagged for corrosion between 2021 and 2024. The braking system shows a history of instability, with imbalanced calipers in 2021 and excessive corrosion on multiple brake pipes in 2023. The recurring presence of worn front suspension arm bushes in 2024 indicates that the suspension geometry is nearing the end of its life. Given the previous engine MIL failure and lambda sensor issues in 2024, a thorough diagnostic of the exhaust system and emissions management is essential to ensure the underlying faults were not merely masked.