2002 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · SH02 AFJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last several years. The most recent test conducted on June 2023 at 136,734 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories, despite an initial failure on that same day. This immediate rectification suggests a minor component failure or adjustment issue that was promptly addressed to meet testing standards. Given that three years have passed since the last test, the vehicle is currently overdue for its MOT and requires an immediate inspection before further road use. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per annum. There is a significant gap of 23,562 miles between November 2019 at 88,995 miles and October 2020 at 112,557 miles, followed by another 21,233-mile interval between May 2022 and June 2023. This low annual usage generally indicates less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though long periods of low use can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components like seals and bushings. Because the record shows no recurring mechanical faults, a buyer should focus the physical inspection on age-related degradation rather than high-mile wear. Inspect the chassis for structural corrosion, particularly along the sills and suspension mounting points, which are common failure areas for vehicles of this era. The low mileage justifies checking the tyre sidewalls for cracking due to age and ensuring the brake calipers have not seized from inactivity. A check of the suspension bushes for perished rubber will ensure the exhaust system has not suffered from excessive rust despite the low mileage recorded.