2010 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · VE10 XCP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a worsening trajectory regarding structural and mechanical integrity. While it passed the most recent test on 23 December 2025 at 119,089 miles, it failed just one day prior with multiple serious defects. The presence of failed exhaust emissions and high carbon monoxide levels indicates an engine management issue that was only addressed immediately before passing, while the appearance of structural corrosion on the inner sill suggests the bodywork is beginning to degrade significantly. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. The record shows steady annual usage, with roughly 13,000 miles covered between December 2023 and December 2024, and another 11,500 miles in the year leading up to the 2025 test. This regular use suggests the car is not sitting, but the recurring failures indicate that the owner tends to react only to MOT requirements rather than performing preventative maintenance. A physical inspection must prioritize the structural corrosion on the nearside rear inner sill and the nearside rear brake pipe. The tester flagged corrosion on the sill in December 2025, and although structural rigidity is currently maintained, the presence of grease on the corroded brake pipe suggests an attempt to hide rust. The buyer should also inspect the nearside front suspension arm bushes, which were noted as worn in late 2024, to ensure the repair was effective and is not failing again. The exhaust system remains a point of concern given the history of leaks and lambda sensor failures across 2023, 2024, and 2025. Additionally, the nearside front seat belt webbing was flagged as damaged in the two most recent tests, requiring immediate replacement to ensure passenger safety. The frequent mentions of tyres being worn to legal limits or perishing in 2024 indicate that basic consumable upkeep is often neglected until a failure point is reached.