2002 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · SO02 MVJ
2002 Toyota Yaris (1.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Jul 2002. Recorded mileage 163,901 miles. MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- TOYOTA YARIS
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 163,901 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SO02 MVJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 163,901 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SO02 MVJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Toyota Yaris (SO02 MVJ) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
SO02 MVJ Mileage History
- 01/12/2022152,419 mi
- 07/12/2023158,744 mi+6,325 mi
- 07/12/2023158,744 mi
- 10/12/2024162,006 mi+3,262 mi
- 02/12/2025163,901 mi+1,895 mi
Average of roughly 3,823 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Toyota Toyota Yaris Mk1
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Structural CorrosionSerious
Rust often takes hold in the rear sills, rear crossmember, and front subframe mounting points.
- Digital Dash Segment FailureModerate
The digital speedo can lose segments, making it an MOT failure if the speed is illegible.
- Clutch JudderModerate
Some manual models develop a judder when pulling away, often due to a worn clutch or dual-mass flywheel.
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