2008 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · SW58 AEB

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in November 2025, but the history reveals a serious and worsening corrosion problem. While the mileage of 145,587 is roughly typical for an 18-year-old car, the mechanical condition shows a pattern of heavy wear and structural decay. The primary risk is extensive underside rot. In 2023, advisories noted surface corrosion on floors and sills. By late 2025, this had escalated to the sub-frame, rear axle, and the integral body structure. This indicates the metal is degrading significantly, which is a major safety concern. The trend is negative. Although the car passed after a failure in August 2024—which required replacing a damaged suspension arm, corroded brake pipes, and illegal tyres—the corrosion was merely monitored, not repaired. The structural integrity is likely diminishing. Given the mileage, the car has seen consistent use, explaining the wear on suspension and brakes, but the corrosion level is excessive for the age and suggests exposure to harsh elements.