2004 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · SN04 CBW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its latest inspection in March 2026 at 45,959 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern where the owner consistently addresses identified mechanical faults following previous failures. While the car experienced failures in 2023 and 2025, the most recent test indicates that all previous mechanical and safety concerns have been brought back to a required standard. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,100 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between August 2022 and January 2025, where the car covered only 12,418 miles over over two years. This low usage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it often invites age-related degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the history of tyre wall cracking and deterioration noted between 2016 and 2017. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and suspension components, given the recurring issues in these areas. The 2023 failure for a corroded rear brake pipe suggests that corrosion is a factor on this chassis, requiring a thorough check of all lines and connections for thinning or scaling. The 2021 failure regarding deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage dust covers indicates that rubber suspension bushings are prone to dry rotting due to age and inactivity. Additionally, the 2025 advisory for uneven tyre wear on the front tyres suggests an alignment issue or worn suspension that should be verified to prevent premature tyre replacement.