2008 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · VN58 CVC

This 2008 Toyota Yaris currently holds a valid MOT following its January 2026 pass at 103,525 miles, though the test two days prior flagged a fractured nearside front coil spring that was rectified before the retest. The maintenance trend is inconsistent, with recurring corrosion and wear issues appearing across multiple test cycles rather than a steady pattern of improvement or stable upkeep. The vehicle’s recorded mileage of 103,525 miles equates to an average of roughly 5,750 miles per year over its 18-year lifespan, which is well below average for its age, suggesting extended periods of light use or storage in its earlier life. Mileage accumulation increased notably in recent years, with roughly 29,000 miles added between the January 2023 test at 74,727 miles and the January 2026 tests, an average of around 9,700 miles per year, indicating more regular use in the last three years. The 13-month gap between the December 2024 and January 2026 tests aligns with standard MOT frequency, with only minimal mileage added in the two days between the failed and passed January 2026 tests, consistent with a repair being completed before the retest. The MOT record shows recurring unaddressed corrosion, with nearside front, nearside rear and offside rear brake pipes flagged for corrosion across the 2023, 2024 and late 2024 tests, with no record of replacement work being carried out. The 2023 test also noted worn tread on all four tyres, a leaking front nearside tyre from a nail, and a deteriorated offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover, all of which point to deferred basic maintenance in that period. The January 2026 coil spring fracture is a sudden suspension failure that was repaired prior to the retest, but its occurrence raises questions about the condition of the remaining suspension components given the vehicle’s age and prior lack of noted suspension issues. A buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the full brake pipe network for active corrosion or fluid leaks, as the repeated advisories suggest the issue has been left unresolved for over two years. All suspension components, including the remaining coil spring, track rod ends, and associated bushes, should be checked for wear, cracking or damage, particularly given the recent spring fracture. Tyre tread depth and sidewall condition should be verified, along with a check for any residual underbody and wheel arch corrosion that may not have been captured in prior MOT tests.