2002 Toyota Yaris 1.0L Petrol · YE02 AHP

The vehicle currently presents a questionable roadworthiness status due to its most recent MOT failure on November 24 2022 at 112,655 miles. While the car maintained clean records in previous years, the recent failure without recorded defects suggests a specific mechanical or emissions-related issue that was not addressed or documented. Given that nearly three years have passed since that last test, the vehicle is likely operating on an expired certificate, necessitating an immediate comprehensive inspection to determine the current state of safety-critical components. The mileage profile is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. Between May 2019 at 99,093 miles and November 2021 at 107,418 miles, the car covered only over 8,000 miles in two years, indicating periods of infrequent use. However, low mileage on an older Toyota often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as perished bushes, split boots, and dried seals, as well as potential corrosion on brake discs and fuel lines from lack of regular thermal cycling. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically checking the sills and rear arches for hidden rust which is common in this generation. The history shows a failure in November 2021 followed by another in 2022, suggesting the vehicle may have struggled with specific items that require consistent attention. Because of the significant gap since the last recorded test, the inspector should look for seized brake calipers, degraded suspension dampers, and fluid leaks that may have developed during the periods of stationary use.