2009 Toyota Yaris 1.3L Petrol · WJ59 FBO

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy state but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs of consumable components. The most recent test in August 2025 at 40,103 miles passed, yet it introduced multiple advisories regarding thin front brake pads and pitted discs. This contrasts with the clean record from 2024, indicating that while the car is structurally sound, the braking system is now requiring attention due to wear despite the low annual mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,359 miles per year. Between August 2022 at 28,451 miles and August 2025 at 40,103 miles, the car covered roughly 11,650 miles. While this low usage reduces mechanical strain on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between tests often lead to the degradation of rubber components and corrosion on metal surfaces, which is consistent with the pitting noted on the brake discs in recent inspections. A buyer should specifically inspect the front brake assembly in person, as the 2025 record flagged both pitted and scored discs alongside thin pads. The pitting suggests the discs have sat stationary for long periods, allowing rust to form which often affects low-mileage vehicles. Additionally, the 2023 failure regarding an ineffective wiper blade and worn tyre edge indicates that basic maintenance items are sometimes neglected until they reach a failure threshold rather than being proactively replaced. Structural integrity appears stable based on the lack of failures, but the low mileage necessitates a thorough check of suspension bushes and tyre age. Given the history of a cut on the offside front tyre in 2022 and edge wear in 2023, the wheel alignment should be verified to ensure uneven wear does not recur. The vehicle shows signs of being a low-use example, but the buyer must be prepared for immediate replacement of the front braking components to maintain optimal safety.